Ingredients

• 1 cup butter (do not substitute)
• 2 cups packed dark brown sugar
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 4 tablespoons whipping cream
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)

Directions

1. Melt: In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
2. Combine: Add brown sugar and corn syrup. Stir until sugar dissolves.
3. Add milk: Mix in the sweetened condensed milk and cook, stirring constantly, until smooth and thick.
4. Simmer: Let it gently boil for 10–12 minutes until golden and glossy.
5. Finish: Stir in whipping cream, vanilla, and salt. Adjust salt to taste.
6. Serve: Pour warm caramel into jars. Use immediately or refrigerate.

Tips 💡

• Use dark brown sugar for a deeper caramel flavor.
• Stir constantly to avoid burning—caramel thickens quickly.
• For salted caramel, increase salt to 1½ teaspoons.