Honey Cashew Caramels

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 13

Indulge in the deliciously sweet and nutty Honey Cashew Caramels

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

167

Sugar

20g

Fat

Looking for a sweet and nutty dessert to indulge in? Look no further than our Honey Cashew Caramels. These bite-sized treats offer a satisfying crunch and silky smooth texture that will leave your taste buds wanting more. Whether you enjoy them as an after-dinner treat or as a midday pick-me-up, these caramels are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Instructions

1.	In a heavy-bottomed pan, combine the sugar, liquid glucose or white corn syrup, and water.
2.	Stir over low heat until the sugar dissolves, then increase the heat to medium-high. Do not stir the mixture once it starts to boil.
3.	Use a sugar thermometer to measure the temperature in the pan until it reaches 150C. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, honey, warmed cream, and butter.
4.	Return the pan to low-medium heat and stir in the cashews. Cook until the mixture reaches 125C.
5.	Pour the mixture into a greased and lined 20 x 20cm baking tray and allow to cool completely.
6.	Cut into bite-sized squares and wrap individually in wax paper to enjoy later.

PROS

These Honey Cashew Caramels offer a satisfyingly sweet and nutty flavor that is sure to please any dessert lover.

They are easy to make and can be stored for later enjoyment.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories, sugar, and fat.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The recipe also requires a sugar thermometer, which can be a bit time-consuming.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, cashews have been linked to supporting heart health due to their high levels of healthy fats.
The honey in this recipe has antioxidant and antibacterial properties, and may also aid in reducing inflammation.

	190 g sugar
	150 g liquid glucose or 150 g white corn syrup
	35 g water
	2 ml vanilla extract
	30 g honey
	250 ml 35 % cream , warmed slightly ( about 75C )
	25 g unsalted butter
	50 g cashews