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Cinnamon Caramels
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4.39 from 68 votes

Cinnamon Caramels

Soft and chewy, with the bold color and flavor of red hot cinnamon, these caramels are the perfect treat for the cinnamon lover in your life.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 498kcal
Author: Danelle

Ingredients

  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups light corn syrup
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup butter plus some for buttering the pan
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon oil
  • 1 teaspoon red food color gel

Instructions

  • Butter a 9x13 pan and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, corn syrup, cream and butter. Cook, stirring almost constantly, until the mixture reaches 240 degrees. This may take up to 30 minutes.
  • Remove caramel mixture from heat and stir in the cinnamon oil and red food coloring.
  • Pour into buttered pan. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate to set.
  • Let caramel sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature before cutting.
  • Wrap individual pieces in wax paper for storing or giving away.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 498kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 156mg | Sugar: 67g