Bold Red Caramels (Printable Format)
Chewy little treats made with bold cinnamon flavor and a bright red touch. Great for sharing during holidays or with anyone who loves cinnamon.
# Needed Ingredients:
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1 teaspoon red gel food coloring.
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2 teaspoons cinnamon flavoring oil.
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1 cup butter, plus a little extra for prepping the pan.
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1½ cups whipping cream.
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1½ cups light corn syrup.
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2 cups granulated white sugar.
# Preparation Steps:
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Grease a 9x13 dish with butter, then leave it alone for now.
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Put the sugar, corn syrup, cream, and butter into a big saucepan. Stir all the time on medium heat until the temperature hits 240°F (takes up to half an hour).
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Take it off the stove and mix in the red food dye and cinnamon oil.
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Pour the hot mixture into your buttered dish. Let it cool down at room temperature for a bit, then pop it in the fridge so it can firm up.
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Before cutting, let it rest for 10-15 minutes at room temperature. Wrap the pieces in wax paper to keep them fresh.
# Supplementary Details:
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Mixture must hit an exact temp of 240°F.
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Needs consistent stirring throughout.
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Wrap singles for easier storing.