How to Make Cranberry or Pineapple Caramels - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cranberry or pineapple caramels are the perfect treat for anyone with a sweet tooth. These sweet and tangy caramels are the perfect combination of sugary goodness and fruity flavors, making them a hit with both kids and adults alike. Whether you're craving something sweet to snack on or looking for a unique holiday treat to share with friends and family, these caramels are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup finely chopped cranberries
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup corn syrup (such as Karo®)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ cup butter

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Servings: 45
  • Yield: 45 1-inch squares

  • Butter a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  • Combine cranberries, sugar, corn syrup, and salt in a heavy, large saucepan; bring to a boil. Heat to 245 degrees F (118 degrees C) or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms a soft ball that flattens when removed from the water and placed on a flat surface, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Gradually stir cream and butter into cranberry mixture, keeping the boil steady. Cook until 245 degrees F (118 degrees C) is reached again, 5 to 10 minutes. Pour mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Cool caramel in pan on a wire rack, about 1 hour. Remove caramel from pan, cut, and wrap individually or serve from pan.
  • Nutrition

    57 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 6mg
    • Sodium: 26mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 3mg
    • Potassium: 5mg