Description
Make your own luscious, chewy Fruit Caramels at home with this easy recipe using real fruit puree, butter, and cream.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fruit puree
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang. Lightly grease it.
- Add fruit puree to a heavy-bottomed saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 5–7 minutes to reduce.
- Stir in sugar, corn syrup, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Carefully add butter and cream. Stir as mixture bubbles up.
- Cook over medium heat to 240°F (soft ball stage), stirring frequently.
- Pour the hot mixture into the prepared pan and let it cool at room temperature for 2–3 hours.
- Once set, remove from pan and cut into rectangles with an oiled knife.
- Wrap each piece in wax paper or cellophane.
Notes
- These caramels are perfect for gifting or indulging in a sweet moment.
- Ideal for holiday treats or anytime food ideas.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Confectionery
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 caramel
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Fruit Caramels, homemade candy, chewy candy, fruit snacks