Description
Pomegranate caramels are a luxurious blend of tart pomegranate juice and rich caramel that will delight your taste buds. These vibrant candies make an impressive treat for any occasion, whether you are gifting them or enjoying them yourself. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create these gourmet delights right in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh pomegranate juice
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by measuring out the pomegranate juice, sugar, butter, and heavy cream.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, combine granulated sugar and pomegranate juice. Stir continuously until boiling and the sugar dissolves.
- Gradually add butter while stirring until melted. Cook until the mixture turns deep amber (about 10 minutes).
- Carefully pour in heavy cream while stirring constantly; expect bubbling.
- Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature until it reaches 240°F (115°C) for the soft ball stage.
- Remove from heat and pour into a lined baking dish or silicone mold. Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg