Spiced Apple Cider Caramels
Soft, buttery caramels infused with sweet apple cider and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for a cozy fall treat, these bite‑size candies melt in the mouth with a hint of spice.
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45 min estimated total time for 30 servings.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup apple cider
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- 1In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- 2Place the saucepan over medium‑high heat and stir until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves.
- 3Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to medium and continue to simmer, stirring frequently, until the mixture reaches 240°F (239°F) on a candy thermometer (soft‑ball stage). This will take about 10‑12 minutes.
- 4Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully stir in the heavy cream, sea salt, and vanilla extract. The mixture will bubble vigorously; stir until smooth.
- 5Return the pan to low heat and continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the caramel thickens and reaches 250°F (250°F) (firm‑ball stage), about 3‑4 more minutes.
- 6Pour the hot caramel into a greased 8×8‑inch baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- 7Allow the caramel to cool at room temperature for 15 minutes, then cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until fully set.
- 8Once set, lift the caramel slab out of the dish using the parchment paper (if used) and cut into 1‑inch squares.
- 9Roll each square in powdered sugar to prevent sticking and to add a light dusting of sweetness.
- 10Store the caramels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, or keep refrigerated for a softer texture.
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- How long does it take to make Spiced Apple Cider Caramels?
- About 45 minutes in total: 15 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of cooking.
- How many servings does this Spiced Apple Cider Caramels recipe make?
- This recipe makes 30 servings as written; ingredient quantities on this page can be scaled.
- Where does this Spiced Apple Cider Caramels recipe come from?
- It was shared by Food52 on instagram.com. ReelsMeals structured the original post into this step-by-step card; the original is linked above.