Vanilla Cream Filled Caramel
Vanilla Cream Filled Caramel is a luscious confection featuring a smooth, creamy vanilla center encased in a rich, chewy caramel exterior. This treat offers a perfect balance of buttery caramel flavor and silky vanilla cream, delivering a delightful melt-in-your-mouth experience ideal for sharing, gifting, or satisfying your sweet tooth.
- Author: Judy
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes plus chilling time
- Yield: About 36 small caramel pieces 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Caramel Base Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Vanilla Cream Filling
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Prepare the Vanilla Cream Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup heavy cream with 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract. Gently heat this mixture until it is warm, stirring occasionally to ensure a smooth, silky texture that will blend well into the caramel.
- Cook the Caramel Base: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt 1 cup granulated sugar with 2 tablespoons light corn syrup over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture turns a deep amber color, indicating perfect caramelization for rich flavor.
- Add Butter and Heavy Cream: Remove the caramel from heat and quickly whisk in 1/2 cup unsalted butter and the warmed heavy cream with vanilla. Be cautious as the mixture will bubble vigorously. Stir continuously until fully blended and smooth.
- Incorporate the Vanilla Cream Filling: Once the caramel base has cooled slightly but remains fluid, gradually fold in the warmed vanilla cream mixture. This step creates the creamy vanilla center within the caramel.
- Set and Cut: Pour the entire mixture into a lined baking dish and allow it to cool completely at room temperature or refrigerate until firm. Once set, cut into bite-sized squares or desired shapes, ready to enjoy or package for gifting.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer to cook the caramel to approximately 245°F (118°C) for ideal consistency.
- Warm cream before adding to prevent caramel from seizing.
- Work quickly once off heat, as caramel thickens rapidly.
- Incorporate light corn syrup to prevent sugar crystallization.
- Use high-quality pure vanilla extract for the best flavor depth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (about 15g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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