Pumpkin Spice Caramels

5 from 1 vote

These Pumpkin Spice Caramels are soft, chewy, buttery, and perfectly spiced making them impossible to resist! They are the perfect treat for taking to parties or gifting to friends and family.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword caramel, pumpkin spice caramels

Cook Time 25

Wrap Caramels 5

Total Time 30

Servings pieces

Calories 79kcal

Author Trish - Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

8 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup light corn syrup
2 cups granulated sugar
¾ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice

Instructions

Lightly spray 8x8 baking dish with cooking spray and line with parchment paper. Leave an overhang so you can pull the caramel out easily. Set aside.
Combine first four ingredients in a large heavy bottomed pot. Go bigger than you think you need.
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar. It's super important to scrape off all the sugar from the sides of the pot - all of it.
Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking WITHOUT stirring until it reaches 248 °F. This can take anywhere for 20 minutes to an hour, just be patient. (Make sure you check the accuracy of your candy thermometer beforehand.)
Remove from heat and stir in salt and pumpkin pie spice.
Pour mixture into prepared baking dish. Let it rest for 12-24 hours before cutting into pieces.
Wrap caramels in waxed paper to store. Can be stored in the fridge or at room temperature.

Notes

Storage Information

Wrap individually: Once the caramels are cut, wrap each piece in wax paper or parchment paper. This prevents them from sticking together and helps maintain their chewy texture.

Room temperature: Store the individually wrapped caramels in an airtight container at room temperature. They can stay fresh for up to 2 weeks if kept in a cool, dry place.

Refrigerator: If you live in a warm climate or want to extend their shelf life, you can refrigerate the wrapped caramels. Place them in an airtight container, and they’ll last up to a month. Be sure to let them come to room temperature before serving to help soften them.

Freezer: Caramels can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Wrap them individually and store them in a freezer-safe bag or airtight container. When ready to use, let them thaw at room temperature for the best texture.

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