Description
These Pomegranate Caramels are rich, chewy candies made by blending buttery caramel with the bright, tangy flavor of pomegranate juice. They’re perfect for gifting or enjoying as a sweet treat with a colorful twist.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pomegranate juice (fresh or unsweetened store-bought)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Lightly grease or line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, combine pomegranate juice and sugar over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Add butter and stir until melted. Gradually whisk in heavy cream.
- Bring to a gentle boil and cook until the mixture reaches 240°F (115°C), or soft-ball stage. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- Remove from heat and stir in salt.
- Pour caramel into the prepared pan and let cool at room temperature for about 1 hour.
- Cut into squares and optionally drizzle with pomegranate reduction or sprinkle with sea salt.
Notes
- Add ½ teaspoon vanilla extract for warmth.
- Sprinkle sea salt over top for a salted caramel variation.
- Mix in chopped pistachios or almonds for texture.
- Infuse cream with cardamom or cinnamon for spiced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
