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Miso Caramel Candy

These miso caramel candies strike the perfect balance between sweet and savory, blending buttery, golden caramel with the rich umami of white miso. Each bite melts smoothly, delivering a deep, complex flavor that’s both comforting and unexpected. Finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, these elegant treats are ideal for gifting, snacking, or adding a gourmet twist to your holiday candy lineup. Visit groovyfoodiess.com for more of Sarah's recipes!

Sarah Banh
Tasty Team
Total Time

6 hr 35 min

6 hr 35 min

Prep Time

5 minutes

5 min

Cook Time

30 minutes

30 min

Miso Caramel Candy
Total Time

6 hr 35 min

6 hr 35 min

Prep Time

5 minutes

5 min

Cook Time

30 minutes

30 min

Ingredients

for 12 servings

  • 3 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup corn syrup
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 ½ tablespoons white miso
  • flaky sea salt, optional

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 112
  • Fat 7g
  • Carbs 12g
  • Fiber 0g
  • Sugar 12g
  • Protein 0g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. Line a 9x6½-inch deep baking dish with parchment paper, and set aside.
  2. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the whipping cream. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring regularly. Remove from heat, and set aside until ready to use.
  3. Place the sugar, corn syrup, and water in a large pot. Swirl the pot to combine the ingredients. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  4. Clip a candy thermometer to the pot, and reduce the heat to medium-low to maintain a medium simmer. Simmer, undisturbed, until the mixture turns a deep amber and the candy temperature reaches 265°F, about 5 minutes.
  5. Remove the pot from heat. Gradually pour in the butter mixture, constantly stirring as you pour it in. (Be careful; the sugar may splash, so pour slowly!)
  6. Return the pot to medium heat. Bring the mixture to 250°F, undisturbed. Stir in the miso, whisking fully until the miso is incorporated and no chunks remain in the caramel, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  7. Pour the hot mixture into the parchment-lined baking dish. Cover, and let stand at room temperature until set, for at least 6 hours or up to 12 hours.
  8. If desired, sprinkle the set caramel tray with flaky sea salt. Using a bench scraper or a knife greased with a little butter, cut the caramels into your desired shapes and sizes. Wrap them in wax paper, and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  9. Enjoy!
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