Homemade Caramel

Silky smooth homemade caramel is beyond easy to make and perfect in cakes, cupcakes, frostings, ice cream and even coffee! When made at home you can control the caramelization from lightly golden to dark and complex; always better than store-bought and just plain delicious.

Here we have a super quick down and dirty explanation and then we have one that is a little more relaxed. Whichever method you choose to follow you will delight in the outcome. Throw it over a pastry or use it as a dip.

Good to have a candy thermometer but not necessary.