23 Caramel Recipes That Will Make Your Mouth Water (2024)

Table of Contents
  1. 1.Homemade Turtle Cookie Bars
  2. 2.Rolo Cupcakes
  3. 3.Caramel Apple Pie Party Dip
  4. 4. Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies
  5. 5.Twix Cheesecake Bars
  6. 6.Chocolate Striped Turtles
  7. 7.Caramel Apple Funnel Cakes
  8. 8.Salted Caramel Brownies
  9. 9.Snickers Poke Cake
  10. 10.Double Chocolate Caramel Corn
  11. 12.Twix Brownies
  12. 13.Caramel Fudge Brownies
  13. 14.Apple Cobbler With Caramel Sauce
  14. 15.Salted Caramel Chocolate Shortbread Squares
  15. 16.Salted Caramel S’mores Cake
  16. 17.Milky Way Caramel Cheesecake Brownies
  17. 18.Simple Salted Homemade Caramels Recipe
  18. 19.Single Ingredient Caramel Sauce
  19. 20.Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cheesecakes
  20. 22.Salted Caramel Cups
  21. 23.Salted Caramel Cookie Dough Billionaire Bars
  22. Check out more great recipe ideas:
  23. Check out12 Amazing Homemade Cookie Recipes

If you are a caramel lover, have we got the recipe round-up for you?From cookies to cupcakes to cake, plus pie and shortbread, we’ve put together some of the most amazingly delicious caramel recipes for you to try. you will be drooling over Samoa’s Brownie Parfait with Salted Caramel Sauce and we can’t wait to try the Twix Brownies. We also have some special Salted Caramel Cups and Rolo Cupcakes too.Which recipe will you try first?

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1.Homemade Turtle Cookie Bars

This recipe takes everyone’s favorite turtle candy and turns it into bars. The result is a tasty treat filled with the chocolate, pecan, and caramel flavors that you love.

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2.Rolo Cupcakes

Cupcakes just got better (is that even possible?) by adding caramel and candy on top.These cupcakes based on the perfect candy include a delicious caramel center, and chocolate frosting, all topped off with a bite-sized candy.These are definitely worth a try.

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3.Caramel Apple Pie Party Dip

A perfect addition to any fall party! This creamy dip is sure to be something your guests will enjoy. Scoop up this delicious treat with graham crackers, or maybe even bake up some pie crusts to make it even tastier.

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4. Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies

These chocolate chip cookies would be a perfect treat for a cozy fall day! They’re also fairly simple to make. In no time, you’ll have a deliciously gooey, caramel cookie.

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5.Twix Cheesecake Bars

Chocolate and caramel are a perfect pairing. Adding cheesecake into the mix takes it to a whole other level though.These Twix cheesecake bars do just that by combining all three into a rich, creamy, and sweet treat. The Twix pieces on top also add just the perfect amount of crunch.

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6.Chocolate Striped Turtles

Another chocolate and caramel treat, but this one is really simple to make. These would be a great treat to make during the holidays and would be sure to be loved by everyone. The candies use just a few ingredients and can be whipped up in no time at all.

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7.Caramel Apple Funnel Cakes

Funnel cakes just got a makeover! By adding caramel and chunks of green apples, these funnel cakes are ready for fall. These crispy treats also include spices such as cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice, making them perfect to enjoy on a fall night.

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8.Salted Caramel Brownies

Brownies are already a favorite of mine, but they become even better when they’re covered in salted caramel. These are perfect comfort foods, or just for when you need a sweet pick-me-up. This chocolate and caramel pairing is not one to miss.

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9.Snickers Poke Cake

Poke cakes are super simple to make, and this one is definitely worth a try, this recipe for Turtle poke cake is too! This cake incorporates the chocolate and caramel flavors of Snickers, an already great candy.Yet, this cake takes them up a notch by being moist and flavorful.

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10.Double Chocolate Caramel Corn

Popcorn is good, but caramel corn is even better! When you add chocolate to the mix, you have a winning snack. This caramel corn recipe doubles the chocolate by sprinkling M&Ms throughout the mixture. If that’s not your candy of choice, see what other flavor combinations you can create with your favorite candy.

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11.Caramel Pear & Pecan Glaze Cheesecake

This is one decadent cheesecake. The caramel pear and pecan glaze complements the creamy cheesecake beneath it perfectly. There is so much gooey caramel on top, that it’s perfect for any caramel lover. This dessert is definitely worth your time.

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12.Twix Brownies

The chocolate and caramel candies make any dessert even better.Adding bits and pieces of Twix bars into your favorite brownie recipe is sure to get an A+ in my book. A perfect chocolate and caramel delight.

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13.Caramel Fudge Brownies

These brownies are not for the faint of heart. The oozing caramel on top really takes the cake (or brownie?). They’re not only topped with some caramel, but they’re also stuffed with chocolate chips. Serve them with ice cream for a special treat.

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14.Apple Cobbler With Caramel Sauce

Apple cobbler is already a great dessert, especially in the fall! Yet, this one is taken up a notch by being covered in a delicious caramel sauce.The caramel sauce goes perfectly with the Granny Smith Apples.Placing a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top rounds out an already perfect and yummy dessert.

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15.Salted Caramel Chocolate Shortbread Squares

Shortbread is the perfect canvas to spread chocolate and caramel on.These cookies are covered in rich and gooey caramel and chocolate with the perfect amount of salt sprinkled right on top.This is a great treat for a caramel lover!

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16.Salted Caramel S’mores Cake

This cake brings the s’mores indoors!This twist on the classic dessert includes everything about regular S’mores such as graham crackers, chocolate, and marshmallows of course.It also has the new addition of caramel and pretzels for a salty crunch. Who needs a campfire when you can have this instead?

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17.Milky Way Caramel Cheesecake Brownies

This dessert takes a ton of favorites and combines them into one amazing treat.Cheesecake, brownies, and Milky Ways, oh my!The gooey caramel combines perfectly with the creamy cheesecake and the chewy brownies.

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18.Simple Salted Homemade Caramels Recipe

Why mix the caramel with anything when you can have it by itself? The caramelis already perfect as is. This recipe is perfect and simple when you just have to have a caramel fix.

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19.Single Ingredient Caramel Sauce

Caramel sauce made simple!You can have the perfect ice cream topping, dipping sauce, or dessert ingredient in no time just by boiling a can of condensed milk.Why buy the caramel when you can make it yourself?

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20.Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cheesecakes

These tiny cheesecakes pack a whole lot of taste.The ooey-gooey salted caramel in the middle adds the perfect touch right on top of the chocolate chip cheesecake.They’re bite-sized too, so it’s okay to have more than one or two.

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21.Samoas Brownie Parfait & Salted Caramel Sauce

No matter what anyone says, Samoas are the best cookie out there, no doubt about it.They already have the perfect combination of chocolate, coconut, and most importantly, caramel.When combined with brownie and caramel in this parfait, they somehow manage to get even better.

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22.Salted Caramel Cups

You just cannot go wrong with the perfect pairing of chewy caramel and creamy chocolate.These salted caramel cups are the perfect sweet treat anytime you’re craving a little something extra.Definitely take the time to make these and treat yourself.

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23.Salted Caramel Cookie Dough Billionaire Bars

These are a mouthful—not only to say but also to eat.These are decadent cookie bars filled with a copious amount of sweetness.Filled and oozing with caramel, chocolate, and cookie dough, these are sure to satisfy anyone’s sweet tooth.

Check out more great recipe ideas:

  • Apple Pie Christmas Cookies
  • Caramel Corn
  • Chocolate Chip Pudding Cookies
  • Peanut Butter Cookies
  • Twix Cookies
  • No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookie Bars
  • Blackberry Pie Bars
  • Recipes Using Snickers Bars

Check out12 Amazing Homemade Cookie Recipes

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FAQs

What is liquid caramel made of? ›

The main ingredient for making a caramel is sugar. A liquid caramel can be made using any quantity of sugar or water just as long as it follows the ratio of 2 parts sugar: 1 part water.

What not to do when making caramel? ›

12 Mistakes To Avoid When Making Caramel
  1. Not assembling your ingredients. Juanmonino/Getty Images. ...
  2. Choosing the wrong pan. Milanchikov Sergey/Shutterstock. ...
  3. Using the wrong sugar. ...
  4. Getting the temperature wrong. ...
  5. Stirring the sugar too much. ...
  6. Forgetting about safety. ...
  7. Not heating your liquid. ...
  8. Stopping before the sugar browns.
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How to fix watery caramel? ›

For each cup (240 mL) of caramel sauce that you need to thicken, run 1 tbsp (14.7 mL) of cold water into a measuring cup, and slowly stir in 1 tbsp of cornstarch. Pour the cornstarch mixture into your pot caramel sauce, and stir constantly. Keep the sauce on low heat until it begins to thicken.

How do you keep caramel in liquid form? ›

Use high heat - high heat will ensure that the sugar stays in its melted liquid form. Warm the cream - cold cream will shock the hot sugar syrup and can cause it to seize up quickly and leave you with clumps of sugar.

What happens if you add too much water to caramel? ›

Recrystallization. If you choose to cook your caramel using the wet method, by adding water to the sugar, it introduces a risk: Sugar syrup can splash up on the sides of the pan. The water evaporates, leaving sugar crystals behind.

What are the three types of caramel? ›

Caramel can be produced in so many forms such as, sauce, a chewy candy, or a hard candy because of how much of an ingredient is added and the temperature it is being prepared at.

What is the difference between caramel and carmel? ›

Caramel is the correct spelling if you're talking about food or colors. Carmel is a misspelling when used in those contexts, but it is a word that can be used as a name for people or places.

What does adding water to caramel do? ›

When making a wet caramel, water is added to help dissolve the sugar before cooking. Like dry caramel, you want to gently move the sugar mixture in that same side-to-side paintbrush-like fashion until the sugar dissolves.

What makes caramel taste so good? ›

Sure, there are additional ingredients that add flavor like vanilla extract, butter, and heavy cream, but the real star of the show is the cooked sugar. This means that in order for your caramels to develop a robust flavor, the sugar needs to be cooked until it's deeply caramelized.

What makes caramel soft or hard? ›

Temperature is key when making candy. The difference between a soft caramel and one that's hard and overcooked is all in the temperature. Candy thermometers—like this instant-read thermometer—let you know exactly what stage the caramel is in (thread, soft-ball, firm-ball, hard-ball, soft crack or hard crack).

Why is my caramel not liquid? ›

If it starts to simmer and your sugar is still in granules and has NOT dissolved, that can crystalize your caramel. You can swirl the pot — or at this point, you can go in with a clean spatula and stir it. Once all the sugar is dissolved, THEN you can turn up the heat and allow the mix to simmer.

Which method is quickest in caramel making? ›

For the "dry" caramel method, you simply heat the sugar in an empty pan until melted and caramelized. It's quick and direct, but the risk is that some parts of the sugar melt faster than others, and can burn before the rest had made it even to light amber.

Why does my caramel look watery? ›

The consistency of caramel comes down to the cooking temp. The higher you go, the more water you are cooking out. When I want a consistency that I can pipe into bonbons but that won't run out, I dry caramelize sugar and glucose, then deglaze with cream (vanilla infused), cook to 106 and add butter.

How do you make caramel less runny? ›

If your caramel is too runny, boil it longer. It should drop off a wooden spoon in clots when it is ready.

What is a dry caramel? ›

The first is a wet caramel where sugar is melted with water and then cooked to the target temperature. The second is a dry caramel where sugar is cooked by itself until it liquefies and reaches the target temperature.

Why did my homemade caramel get hard? ›

This is usually caused by sugar crystals stuck to the side of the pan that didn't get fully dissolved. It only takes one to set off a chain reaction, and before you know it you have crunchy caramel.

How do you make caramel more liquidy? ›

To thin caramel, just add some cream or water over heat. Melt caramel loaves in the oven. You can also add corn syrup or lemon juice to caramel sauces to prevent them from crystallizing.

Why add butter to caramel? ›

Once the sugar has all dissolved and turned brown, we add butter. The heat of the caramel will melt the butter and create even more wonderful flavors.

Can I use milk instead of heavy cream for caramel? ›

Try milk instead.

If you don't want to make a special trip to the store, you can use whole milk with an extra tablespoon of butter in place of the heavy cream. It may not be quite as thick, but it will work in a pinch!

What is liquid vs solid caramel? ›

What's the difference between wet caramel and dry caramel? Wet caramel is made by combining sugar and a liquid and cooking them together, while dry caramel is made from just sugar, heated in a dry pan until it liquefies and browns.

What chemical is caramel in soft drinks? ›

A common ingredient in many soft drinks (e.g., colas, root beers, iced teas) is caramel color [3,4] produced with ammonium compounds (i.e., caramel color type IV)[5,6]. The use of these compounds to manufacture caramel color can result in the formation of 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI)[7].

What is Starbucks caramel made of? ›

CORN SYRUP, INVERT SUGAR, SUGAR, BUTTER (CREAM, SALT), HEAVY CREAM, WATER, SKIM MILK POWDER, NATURAL FLAVORS, POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM BICARBONATE.

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