Dulce de Leche Caramels
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Rich, chewy caramels with a deep, caramel flavour
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Ingredients
- 400sugar
- 200 mlheavy cream
- 150 gunsalted butter
- 10 gsea salt
- 200 mlunsweetened condensed milk
- 20 gcocoa powder
- 100 gcaramel sauce
- 5 gcaramel colouring
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Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar, salt, and 150ml of the heavy cream in a medium saucepan.
Tip: Watch carefully to prevent scorching
- 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves.
Tip: Be patient, as this step can take up to 10 minutes
- 3
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the mixture turns a deep amber colour.
Tip: Use a candy thermometer to check the temperature
- 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and slowly pour in the remaining 50ml of heavy cream.
Tip: This will cause the mixture to bubble vigorously
- 5
Return the saucepan to medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the caramel reaches 115°C.
Tip: Use a heatproof spatula to scrape the sides of the pan
- 6
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the unsalted butter, unsweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and caramel sauce.
Tip: Let the mixture cool slightly before proceeding
- 7
Pour the caramel mixture into a lined or greased 20x20cm baking dish.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread the caramel evenly
- 8
Let the caramel set at room temperature for at least 2 hours, or until firm to the touch.
Tip: This step is crucial for achieving the perfect chewiness
- 9
Once set, cut the caramel into small squares and dust with caramel colouring, if desired.
Tip: Enjoy your delicious Dulce de Leche Caramels
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