Ginger Cream Caramels 2 cups
granulated sugar
2 cups whipping cream
1 cup light corn syrup
1 tablespoon fresh, finely grated ginger
Line an 8-inch pan with foil; spray with nonstick cooking spray. Place
all ingredients in Dutch oven or heavy large saucepan. Bring to boil
over medium heat, stirring frequently. Insert candy thermometer into
mixture and attach to side of Dutch oven. Cook, stirring frequently,
until thermometer reads 230 degrees F. At this point, it is important to
watch the mixture carefully. Begin stirring constantly until thermometer
registers 245 degrees F (firm ball stage.
Immediately pour mixture into pan. Do not scrape Dutch oven. Let stand
for 6 to 8 hours until cool and set.
Remove from pan by lifting foil. Remove foil.
With large knife, cut caramel into 64 pieces. Wrap
each piece individually. |