{"id":172610,"date":"2025-12-28T18:09:45","date_gmt":"2025-12-29T00:09:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/?p=172610"},"modified":"2025-12-29T05:00:08","modified_gmt":"2025-12-29T11:00:08","slug":"dark-chocolate-caramel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/dark-chocolate-caramel\/","title":{"rendered":"Dark Chocolate Caramel"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>This <strong>dark chocolate caramel <\/strong>recipe is an easy recipe loaded with deliciously sweet flavors. Homemade, bite-sized caramels are covered in a dark chocolate candy coating and decorated with festive sprinkles for a holly jolly treat. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" fetchpriority=\"high\" data-pin-title=\"Dark Chocolate Caramel\" data-pin-description=\"Dark Chocolate Caramel is a delicious homemade caramel recipe covered in dark chocolate and sprinkled with festive holiday candy sprinkles.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-05.jpg\" alt=\"A white surface with dark chocolate covered caramels on white plates with the title overlay at the top.\" data-skip-lazy class=\"wp-image-172966\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-05.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-05-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-05-550x825.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-05-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-05-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-05-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-05-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-05-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-05-560x840.jpg 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>Caramel is a classic flavor that&#8217;s perfect for any time of year, especially the holidays. When Christmas rolls around, I love making treats like my signature <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/homemade-caramel\/\">homemade caramel<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/cashew-caramel-corn-3\/\">cashew caramel corn<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/apple-pecan-bites-with-caramel-sauce\/\">apple pecan bites<\/a> with caramel sauce. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, I&#8217;ve added a new caramel creation to my holiday recipe box. This dark chocolate caramel combines classic homemade caramel with a dark chocolate coating that is simply irresistible. Like my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/pecan-caramel\/\">pecan caramel<\/a>, it&#8217;s a tasty twist on a classic that remains true to the original. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n[feast_advanced_jump_to]\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"why-youll-love-this-recipe\"   class=\"wp-block-heading\" >Why You&#8217;ll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Limited Ingredients: <\/strong>It only takes a handful of simple ingredients to make this recipe. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Surprisingly Easy: <\/strong>Many people think making homemade caramel is difficult, but it&#8217;s actually very simple. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Classic, Sweet Flavor: <\/strong>These bites are loaded with sweet, chewy caramel flavor and texture, along with a rich, dark chocolate accent. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Perfect for the Holidays: <\/strong>Decorate the bites with festive sprinkles for the perfect holiday treat. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Great for Make Ahead: <\/strong>These are freezer-friendly, so you can make extra for future events or just snacking! <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"key-ingredients\"   class=\"wp-block-heading\" >Key Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll find a full list of ingredients and their exact amounts in the recipe card at the bottom of the post. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-33.jpg\" alt=\"A wood surface with all the ingredients needed on it to make chocolate covered caramels.\" class=\"wp-image-172971\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-33.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-33-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-33-550x367.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-33-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-33-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-33-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-33-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-33-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-33-560x373.jpg 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Light Brown Sugar and Light Corn Syrup: <\/strong>A combination of light brown sugar and light corn syrup creates a rich, sweet flavor and a soft, chewy texture. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sweetened Condensed Milk: <\/strong>Sweetened condensed milk adds richness, sweetness, and improves the texture of the caramel. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dark Chocolate Candy Coating: <\/strong>Dark chocolate melting candy creates a beautiful exterior, a slight crunch when you bite into the candies, and a deep chocolate note. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"variations\"   class=\"wp-block-heading\" >Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Dark Chocolate Candy: <\/strong>You can use any dark melting chocolate or candy you prefer. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dark Chocolate: <\/strong>Use a mix of dark chocolate and coconut oil if you prefer using real chocolate. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sprinkles: <\/strong>Use different sprinkles to make treats suitable for any holiday or special occasion. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"how-to-make-dark-chocolate-caramel\"   class=\"wp-block-heading\" >How to Make Dark Chocolate Caramel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-27.jpg\" alt=\"A saucepan with melted butter and brown sugar added.\" class=\"wp-image-172935\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-27.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-27-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-27-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-27-180x270.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>1: <\/strong>Melt the butter in a heavy-bottomed pan. Then, add the brown sugar and salt and stir.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-28.jpg\" alt=\"A saucepan with butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and sweetened condensed milk in it.\" class=\"wp-image-172937\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-28.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-28-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-28-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-28-180x270.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>2:<\/strong> Slowly add the corn syrup, stirring constantly, followed by the condensed milk.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-29.jpg\" alt=\"A saucepan with homemade caramel boiling in it.\" class=\"wp-image-172939\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-29.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-29-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-29-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-29-180x270.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>3: <\/strong>Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to boil and reaches the &#8220;soft ball&#8221; stage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-31.jpg\" alt=\"A 9x13 baking dish with homemade caramel poured into it.\" class=\"wp-image-172948\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-31.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-31-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-31-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-31-180x270.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>4: <\/strong>Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla. Then, pour the caramel into a 13&#215;9 glass baking dish lined with parchment paper.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-24.jpg\" alt=\"A dark wood surface with pieces of caramel on it that have been cut into 1 inch pieces.\" class=\"wp-image-172941\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-24.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-24-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-24-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-24-180x270.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>5: <\/strong>Cool completely. Then, remove the caramel and cut it into 1-inch cubes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-25.jpg\" alt=\"A white paper tray with dark chocolate melting squares in it being melted in the microwave.\" class=\"wp-image-172951\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-25.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-25-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-25-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-25-180x270.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>6: <\/strong>Heat the dark chocolate according to the package directions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-32.jpg\" alt=\"A piece of caramel being dipped and covered in dark chocolate.\" class=\"wp-image-172955\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-32.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-32-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-32-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-32-180x270.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>7: <\/strong>Dip each caramel into the chocolate, placing them on wax or parchment paper as you go. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-26.jpg\" alt=\"A baking sheet with parchment paper on it with chocolate covered caramel and festive candy sprinkles on top.\" class=\"wp-image-172954\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-26.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-26-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-26-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-26-180x270.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>8:<\/strong> Add holiday sprinkles while the chocolate is still wet. Place individual caramels in candy wrappers, or place them in single layers divided by parchment paper in an airtight container.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"expert-tips\"   class=\"wp-block-heading\" >Expert Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It takes between 16 and 18 minutes to reach the &#8220;soft ball&#8221; stage on low heat. However, I highly recommend using a candy thermometer to ensure the candy reaches 230\u00b0F.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To ensure you don&#8217;t cook the caramel past the &#8220;soft ball&#8221; stage, drop a little bit of caramel into a glass of cold water once it reaches 220\u00b0F. It should feel soft, but somewhat firm between your fingers. Repeat until you reach the required temperature and texture. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DO NOT let your caramel reach 240\u00b0F or higher. Otherwise, it will be too hard.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your caramel should be fully cooled before coating it in chocolate. This ensures a nice, even coating that sets up well. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-pin-title=\"Dark Chocolate Caramel\" data-pin-description=\"Dark Chocolate Caramel is a delicious dark chocolate covered caramel recipe topped with holiday sprinkles, and is perfect for the holidays and to make year round.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-08.jpg\" alt=\"A white oval plate with dark chocolate caramels on it with holiday foliage in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-172978\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-08.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-08-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-08-550x367.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-08-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-08-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-08-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-08-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-08-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-08-560x373.jpg 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"dark-chocolate-caramel-faqs\"   class=\"wp-block-heading\" >Dark Chocolate Caramel FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766581304737\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is dark chocolate caramel?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Dark chocolate caramel is a sweet treat made with homemade caramel squares that are dipped in dark chocolate. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766581398543\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do you know when caramel is ready?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Caramel is ready when it reaches 230\u00b0F. It reaches the &#8220;soft ball&#8221; stage at that temperature, resulting in the classic soft, slightly firm texture. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766581470403\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What does condensed milk do to caramel?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">When used in caramel, sweetened condensed milk adds more richness, and a deeper caramel flavor with a dulce de leche-like note. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766585943770\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the &#8220;soft ball&#8221; stage for caramel?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">&#8220;Soft ball&#8221; is the stage at which the caramel forms a soft ball when a bit of it is dropped into cold water. At that point, the caramel should be soft, but somewhat firm.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-title=\"Dark Chocolate Caramel\" data-pin-description=\"Dark Chocolate Caramel is a delicious dark chocolate covered caramel recipe topped with holiday sprinkles, and is perfect for the holidays and to make year round.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-09.jpg\" alt=\"A small stack of dark chocolate caramel on a white plate with a bite taken out of the caramel on top.\" class=\"wp-image-172979\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-09.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-09-200x300.jpg 200w, 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href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/bookmarklet\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com%2Fdark-chocolate-caramel%2F&amp;media=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F12%2Fdark-chocolate-caramel-05.jpg&amp;description=Dark+Chocolate+Caramel&amp;is_video=false\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-recipe=\"172629\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/dark-chocolate-caramel\/\" data-media=\"https:\/\/www.greatgrubdelicioustreats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dark-chocolate-caramel-05.jpg\" data-description=\"Dark Chocolate Caramel\" data-repin=\"\" role=\"button\" style=\"color: #616161;background-color: #ffffff;border-color: #616161;border-radius: 3px;padding: 10px 5px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-pin wprm-recipe-link wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-pin-wide-button wprm-recipe-link-wide-button wprm-color-accent\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-pin-icon\"><svg width=\"17px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 17 20\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"><g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g transform=\"translate(-4.000000, -2.000000)\" fill=\"#616161\"><path d=\"M10.7636728,15.2276266 C10.2077317,17.980299 9.52955405,20.6201377 7.52087891,22 C6.90029349,17.8380815 8.43177606,14.7128228 9.14286352,11.3948064 C7.93107647,9.46487979 9.28860706,5.58269488 11.8449959,6.53943073 C14.9902356,7.71595725 9.12053185,13.7114236 13.0614843,14.4612976 C17.1752134,15.2429061 18.8547902,7.71125585 16.3042782,5.26182401 C12.6183769,1.72519235 5.57332202,5.18072478 6.43955583,10.2441376 C6.65111904,11.4829577 8.00277289,11.8578948 6.98021737,13.5668554 C4.62128758,13.0720325 3.91607687,11.3125318 4.00775427,8.9665309 C4.15349781,5.12783398 7.65604429,2.43980586 11.1691689,2.06721954 C15.6119964,1.59707907 19.7821423,3.61045562 20.3580644,7.56198625 C21.0056829,12.0224439 18.3529153,16.8531372 13.6009705,16.5052333 C12.313961,16.4100298 11.7732994,15.8070747 10.7636728,15.2276266\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/svg><\/span> Pin Recipe<\/a>\n    \n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-icon-shortcode wprm-icon-shortcode-separate wprm-align-center wprm-icon-decoration-line\" style=\"font-size: 24px;height: 24px;\"><div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"><g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g fill=\"#9e9e9e\"><g><path d=\"M12,0 C18.627,0 24,4.373 24,11 C24,19.406 18.646,24 18.646,24 L18.646,24 L5.354,24 C5.354,24 0,19.406 0,11 C0,4.373 5.373,0 12,0 Z M12,2 C6.206,2 2,5.785 2,11 C2,16.956 4.962,20.716 6.168,22 L6.168,22 L17.832,22 C19.032,20.724 22,16.962 22,11 C22,5.785 17.794,2 12,2 Z M15.4175,17.7983 C15.9697847,17.7983 16.4175,18.2460153 16.4175,18.7983 C16.4175,19.3111358 16.0314598,19.7338072 15.5341211,19.7915723 L15.4175,19.7983 L8.5825,19.7983 C8.03021525,19.7983 7.5825,19.3505847 7.5825,18.7983 C7.5825,18.2854642 7.96854019,17.8627928 8.46587887,17.8050277 L8.5825,17.7983 L15.4175,17.7983 Z M12,4.2544 C15.173,4.2544 17.746,6.8264 17.746,10.0004 C17.746,13.1734 15.173,15.7454 12,15.7454 C8.827,15.7454 6.254,13.1734 6.254,10.0004 C6.254,6.8264 8.827,4.2544 12,4.2544 Z M10.9999773,6.38993761 C9.41864646,6.82850486 8.254,8.28073633 8.254,10.0004 C8.254,12.0654 9.935,13.7454 12,13.7454 C14.065,13.7454 15.746,12.0654 15.746,10.0004 C15.746,8.28110051 14.5818468,6.82911997 13.0010273,6.39021638 L13,9.2962 C13,9.84848475 12.5522847,10.2962 12,10.2962 C11.4871642,10.2962 11.0644928,9.91015981 11.0067277,9.41282113 L11,9.2962 Z\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-table-borders-none wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">40<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">20<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-custom-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-custom-time-label\">Chill Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time wprm-recipe-custom_time-hours\">5<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time-unit wprm-recipe-custom_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hrs<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">6<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hrs<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-container-columns-spaced\">\n\t<div>\n    \t<div class=\"wprm-icon-shortcode wprm-icon-shortcode-separate wprm-align-center wprm-icon-decoration-line\" style=\"font-size: 24px;height: 24px;\"><div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"><g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g fill=\"#9e9e9e\"><path d=\"M19.5441,12.0586 L17.8411,12.3146 L17.8411,14.0376 L17.8411,17.8606 L6.1591,17.8606 L6.1591,14.0376 L6.1591,12.3146 L4.4561,12.0586 C3.0331,11.8446 2.0001,10.6536 2.0001,9.2246 C2.0001,7.6626 3.2471,6.3876 4.7971,6.3406 C4.8651,6.3486 4.9351,6.3556 5.0051,6.3576 L6.3221,6.4136 L6.8931,5.2246 C7.8481,3.2356 9.8051,1.9996 12.0001,1.9996 C14.1951,1.9996 16.1521,3.2356 17.1071,5.2246 L17.6781,6.4136 L18.9951,6.3576 C19.0641,6.3556 19.1321,6.3486 19.2021,6.3406 C20.7531,6.3866 22.0001,7.6626 22.0001,9.2246 C22.0001,10.6536 20.9671,11.8446 19.5441,12.0586 L19.5441,12.0586 Z M6.1591,22.0006 L17.8411,22.0006 L17.8411,19.8606 L6.1591,19.8606 L6.1591,22.0006 Z M19.1141,4.3386 C19.0451,4.3386 18.9801,4.3566 18.9101,4.3596 C17.6741,1.7836 15.0491,-0.0004 12.0001,-0.0004 C8.9511,-0.0004 6.3261,1.7836 5.0901,4.3596 C5.0211,4.3566 4.9551,4.3386 4.8861,4.3386 C2.1881,4.3386 0.0001,6.5266 0.0001,9.2246 C0.0001,11.6736 1.8081,13.6836 4.1591,14.0376 L4.1591,22.3756 C4.1591,23.2696 4.8901,23.9996 5.7831,23.9996 L18.2171,23.9996 C19.1101,23.9996 19.8411,23.2696 19.8411,22.3756 L19.8411,14.0376 C22.1911,13.6836 24.0001,11.6736 24.0001,9.2246 C24.0001,6.5266 21.8131,4.3386 19.1141,4.3386 L19.1141,4.3386 Z\" id=\"Fill-1\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-table-borders-none wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase-faded wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Dessert<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase-faded wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-normal\">American<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div>\n        <div class=\"wprm-icon-shortcode wprm-icon-shortcode-separate wprm-align-center wprm-icon-decoration-line\" style=\"font-size: 24px;height: 24px;\"><div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"><g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g fill=\"#9e9e9e\"><path d=\"M15.9199,4.9443 L18.1399,2.7243 C18.5509,2.3133 19.0909,2.1083 19.6299,2.1083 C20.1699,2.1083 20.7099,2.3133 21.1209,2.7243 C21.9429,3.5473 21.9419,4.8843 21.1209,5.7073 L18.9019,7.9253 C18.0799,8.7483 16.7419,8.7483 15.9199,7.9253 C15.0979,7.1033 15.0979,5.7663 15.9199,4.9443 M23.5529,22.1383 L13.3369,11.9233 L15.3109,9.9493 C15.9559,10.3353 16.6809,10.5413 17.4109,10.5413 C18.4629,10.5413 19.5159,10.1403 20.3159,9.3403 L22.5349,7.1213 C24.1369,5.5183 24.1369,2.9123 22.5349,1.3103 C21.7599,0.5343 20.7279,0.1073 19.6299,0.1073 C18.5329,0.1073 17.5019,0.5343 16.7259,1.3103 L14.5059,3.5303 C13.7299,4.3063 13.3029,5.3383 13.3029,6.4343 C13.3029,7.1883 13.5179,7.9053 13.8959,8.5363 L11.9229,10.5083 L9.9489,8.5353 C10.8909,6.9593 10.6959,4.8863 9.3399,3.5303 L6.1039,0.2933 C5.7129,-0.0977 5.0799,-0.0977 4.6899,0.2933 C4.2989,0.6833 4.2989,1.3163 4.6899,1.7073 L7.9259,4.9443 C8.4909,5.5093 8.6579,6.3153 8.4459,7.0323 L3.6539,2.2403 C3.2639,1.8493 2.6309,1.8493 2.2399,2.2403 C1.8499,2.6313 1.8499,3.2633 2.2399,3.6543 L7.0319,8.4463 C6.3149,8.6583 5.5089,8.4913 4.9429,7.9253 L1.7069,4.6893 C1.3159,4.2983 0.6839,4.2983 0.2929,4.6893 C-0.0981,5.0803 -0.0981,5.7133 0.2929,6.1033 L3.5289,9.3403 C4.3309,10.1403 5.3829,10.5413 6.4349,10.5413 C7.1649,10.5413 7.8899,10.3353 8.5349,9.9493 L10.5089,11.9233 L0.2929,22.1383 C-0.0981,22.5293 -0.0981,23.1623 0.2929,23.5523 C0.4879,23.7483 0.7439,23.8453 0.9999,23.8453 C1.2559,23.8453 1.5119,23.7483 1.7069,23.5523 L11.9229,13.3373 L22.1389,23.5523 C22.3339,23.7483 22.5899,23.8453 22.8459,23.8453 C23.1019,23.8453 23.3569,23.7483 23.5529,23.5523 C23.9429,23.1623 23.9429,22.5293 23.5529,22.1383\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-table-borders-none wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase-faded wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-172629 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"172629\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">63<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">Pieces<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-nutrition-container wprm-recipe-calories-container\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase-faded wprm-recipe-nutrition-label wprm-recipe-calories-label\">Calories <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-nutrition-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-nutrition wprm-recipe-calories wprm-block-text-normal\">105<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-nutrition-unit wprm-recipe-calories-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">kcal<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"recipe-172629-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-172629-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"172629\" data-servings=\"63\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line wprm-header-has-actions wprm-header-has-actions\" style=\"\">Ingredients<div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div>&nbsp;&nbsp;<div class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings-container wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings-172629-container wprm-toggle-container wprm-toggle-buttons-container wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"--wprm-toggle-button-accent: #616161;\"><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle wprm-toggle-active\" data-multiplier=\"1\" data-servings=\"63\" data-recipe=\"172629\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 1x\">1x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"2\" data-servings=\"63\" data-recipe=\"172629\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 2x\">2x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"3\" data-servings=\"63\" data-recipe=\"172629\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 3x\">3x<\/button><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/salted-butter-1lb-good-gather-8482\/-\/A-54445965?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">butter<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">16<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounce<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">box light brown sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Dash of salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">light corn syrup<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">14<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounce<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/sweetened-condensed-milk-14-fl-oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-79362193?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">sweetened condensed milk<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/mccormick-pure-vanilla-extract-1oz\/-\/A-13353205?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">vanilla extract<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">16<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounce<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">H\u2011E\u2011B Dark Chocolate Candy Coating,<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">or melting chocolate of your choice (might need 2)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Festive holiday sprinkles<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-172629-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-172629-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"172629\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line wprm-header-has-actions\" style=\"\">Instructions<div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div>&nbsp;<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-172629-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">In a heavy bottom pan, melt butter over <em><strong>low<\/strong><\/em> heat.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-172629-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Once butter is melted, add brown sugar and a dash of salt. Stir thoroughly.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-172629-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Next, add corn syrup and continue to stir.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-172629-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Slowly add condensed milk, stirring constantly.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-172629-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Cook over <em><strong>low<\/strong><\/em> heat and continue stirring constantly.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-172629-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Once the caramel starts to boil, continue cooking until the caramel reaches 230\u00b0 and then start to test for &#8220;soft ball stage.&#8221; This takes approximately 16-18 minutes to get to this point, all the while stirring constantly.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-172629-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">If you are unsure what &#8220;soft ball stage&#8221; means, get a small bowl of cold water and once the temperature reaches 220\u00b0 drop a little caramel into the cold water and see if it feels soft, but somewhat firm between your fingers. This might need to be done a few times to get to the right temperature for the caramel. If it is too soft and doesn&#8217;t form somewhat of a ball, continue cooking a little bit longer, stirring constantly. Keep testing for the firmness with the &#8220;soft ball stage&#8221; method. Once the caramel reaches the desired texture and temperature, remove from heat. Make sure the caramel&#8217;s temperature does not reach beyond 240\u00b0 because then your caramel will be too hard.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-172629-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Once removed from heat, add vanilla and stir.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-172629-step-0-8\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Pour caramel into a 9 x 13 glass baking dish lined with parchment paper or generously buttered.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-172629-step-0-9\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Once cooled, remove the caramel from the baking dish and place caramel on the counter with the parchment paper. Cut into approximately 1-inch pieces.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-172629-step-0-10\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Heat the dark chocolate candy coating according to package directions.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-172629-step-0-11\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Drip each piece of caramel into the melted chocolate and place on parchment paper. While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle with holiday sprinkles, and let cool.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-172629-step-0-12\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Place the caramels individually in candy wrappers or place chocolate covered caramel in a container with wax paper between the layers.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-172629-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line\" style=\"\">Notes<div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Tips<\/strong><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>It takes between 16 and 18 minutes to reach the &#8220;soft ball&#8221; stage. However, I highly recommend using a candy thermometer to ensure the candy reaches 230\u00b0F.<\/li>\n<li>To ensure you don&#8217;t cook the caramel past the &#8220;soft ball&#8221; stage, drop a little bit of caramel into a glass of cold water once it reaches 220\u00b0F. It should feel soft, but somewhat firm between your fingers. Repeat until you reach the required temperature and texture.<\/li>\n<li>DO NOT let your caramel reach 240\u00b0F or higher. Otherwise, it will be too hard.<\/li>\n<li>Your caramel should be fully cooled before coating it in chocolate. This ensures a nice, even coating that sets up well.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-172629-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line\" style=\"\">Nutrition<div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-grouped wprm-block-text-normal wprm-nutrition-label-container-grouped-text\" style=\"text-align: left;column-gap: 10px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">105<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">17<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">10<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">40<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">34<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">17<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">107<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"style=\"flex-basis: 175px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"color: #333333\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">25<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-icon-shortcode wprm-icon-shortcode-separate wprm-align-center wprm-icon-decoration-line\" style=\"font-size: 24px;height: 24px;\"><div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #e0e0e0;\"><\/div><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"><g id=\"Icons\" stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g fill=\"#9e9e9e\"><path d=\"M9.0039,16.0079 C5.1419,16.0079 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wprm-recipe-table-borders-none wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-keyword-container\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase-faded wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-keyword-label\">Keyword <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-keyword wprm-block-text-normal\">Caramel, chocolate caramel, dark chocolate caramel, homemade caramel<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-call-to-action wprm-call-to-action-simple\" style=\"color: #ffffff;background-color: #616161;margin: 0px;padding-top: 30px;padding-bottom: 30px;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-call-to-action-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 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