Comments on: Chocolate Dipped Caramels (Caramels Part 2)

By: ninu

ninu — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 21:22:42 +0000

Hey Fujimama =) i love the way your caramels look! I was searching for some chocolate caramels and i stumbled upon these.Do you think these would work as well if i incorporated some chopped chocolate into it RATHER than coating it in chocolate? Have you ever tried that? Planning on sending them in parcels to the hubs office. =)

By: Michelle

Michelle — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 17:01:48 +0000

I enjoy making candy so much. Never tried Chocolate covered caramels though!

By: Fuji Mama (Rachael)

Fuji Mama (Rachael) — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 19:32:23 +0000

Amber— Yes, a rainstorm can definitely affect the way caramel sets up! On rainy or humid days, the cooking time can increase substantially (taking FOREVER to reach that temperature mark!) or your candy may never set up at all. Sugar attracts water, so the humidity can adversely affect your recipe. My best advice is to wait for a clear, dry day.

Also, you might want to test your thermometer to make sure it is accurate. I do this every time I make candy. Immerse it in a pan of water, and bring the water to a boil. The temperature should read 212 degrees F (100 degrees C). If it does not, you will need to adjust your recipe to reflect this. For example, if your thermometer reads 215 degrees F (102 degrees C) in boiling water, and the recipe requires that you cook the candy to 250 degrees F (121 degrees C), you will need to cook the mixture to 253 degrees F (123 degrees C).

I hope that helps!

By: foodhoe

foodhoe — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:15:21 +0000

I love chocolate covered caramels and what fun to try them with a variety of salts!

By: Almost Slowfood

Almost Slowfood — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 17:28:49 +0000

I made caramels a few years ago for Christmas presents and just had the best time!

By: Y

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 07:04:57 +0000

Yum yum yum! I love making caramels, though am admittedly a bit lazy when it comes to dipping them in chocolate :P Great idea, using the different salts!