Description
Cranberry Pomegranate Caramels are a luscious treat that combines the rich sweetness of caramel with the tangy burst of cranberries and pomegranates. Perfect for holiday gifting or cozy nights in, these chewy delights are not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a memorable sweet that will impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (or dried)
- 1 cup pomegranate juice (100% juice)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by lining an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, butter, and heavy cream. Stir continuously until boiling.
- Reduce heat slightly, add pomegranate juice and cranberries; stir until thickened (about 10 minutes) or until reaching 245°F (118°C).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and let cool at room temperature until set (approximately 1 hour).
- Once set, lift out using parchment edges and cut into small squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg