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Cranberry Pomegranate Caramels

Soft, chewy caramels infused with cranberry and pomegranate for a perfect sweet-tart balance.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 36 pieces
Course: Candy, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Caramel Base
  • 1 cup cranberry juice
  • 1 cup pomegranate juice
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 0.5 cup corn syrup
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Candy thermometer
  • Spatula
  • Baking pan

Method
 

  1. Line and grease an 8x8-inch pan.
  2. Reduce juices by half over medium heat.
  3. Add sugar and corn syrup and dissolve.
  4. Cook to 240°F without stirring.
  5. Add cream and butter carefully.
  6. Cook to 245–250°F for chewy texture.
  7. Stir in salt and vanilla.
  8. Pour into pan and cool completely.
  9. Cut into squares and wrap.

Notes

Use a thermometer for accuracy. Reduce juice well for strong flavor.