Caramels
Homemade caramels made with unsalted butter, dark sugar, sweetened condensed milk and a touch of vanilla. The Thermomix TM7 controls the heat precisely while stirring continuously, so the sugar caramelises evenly without burning. The result is soft, chewy sweets with a rich golden flavour, far better than shop-bought versions and wonderfully easy to portion and wrap as gifts.
About this recipe
Caramels Thermomix TM7 recipes bring classic confectionery within reach of every home cook. These soft, chewy sweets are built from unsalted butter, dark sugar, light corn syrup and sweetened condensed milk, transformed by slow, even cooking into golden blocks of toffee-like indulgence scented with vanilla extract. On the stovetop, caramels are notoriously unforgiving: one moment of inattention and the sugar catches, turning bitter in seconds. The all-in-one kitchen machine removes that risk entirely, because its precise heating and automatic stirring keep the condensed milk mixture moving constantly, so the dark sugar caramelises gently without scorching. A pinch of cream of tartar works quietly in the background, helping the sugar stay smooth and preventing unwanted crystallisation. This makes the recipe perfect for festive gift-giving, holiday sweet tables, or an afternoon treat with coffee. Whether you are searching for a quick dessert project or an impressive homemade edible present, this TM7 caramel method delivers consistent, professional results every single batch.
Preparation tips
- Line your tin with baking parchment before you start cooking, leaving an overhang on two sides. The caramel is extremely hot and sticky when poured, so lifting the set block out by the paper is far easier than scraping it from the tin.
- Use a sharp knife warmed under hot water and dried well to cut the set caramel into neat cubes. Wipe the blade between cuts and reheat it occasionally, otherwise the pieces will stretch and lose their clean square shape.
- Store the wrapped caramels in an airtight container in a cool place, separated by small squares of baking parchment. They also freeze well; wrap individually first so you can take out one sweet at a time as a small treat.
Recipe variations
- Salted caramel variation: sprinkle fine sea salt flakes over the warm caramel just before it sets, or stir a teaspoon of salt into the mixture with the vanilla extract. The salt enhances the dark sugar and butter flavours beautifully.
- Coffee or festive variation: dissolve a teaspoon of instant espresso powder in the vanilla extract for a mocha caramel, or add a pinch of ground cinnamon and grated orange zest during the holiday season for a winter version.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Built-in scale - The Thermomix weighs the dark sugar and condensed milk directly in the bowl for consistent caramel batches. [Weighing]. [Built-in Scale]
- Precise heating - The TM7 heats the butter and sugar mixture gradually so the caramel turns golden without any burnt spots. [Heating]. [Precision Control]
- Automatic stirring - The Thermomix mixes the hot condensed milk continuously, preventing the sugar from catching on the bowl base. [Mixing]. [Hands-Free]
- Rich browning - The caramelising function of the TM7 develops deep toffee notes in the dark sugar without constant supervision. [Browning]. [Multi-Function]
- Silky finishing - The Thermomix whips the vanilla extract evenly through the cooked caramel for uniform flavour in every piece. [Whipping]. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- unsalted butter
- dark brown sugar
- light corn syrup
- cream of tartar
- sweetened condensed milk
- vanilla extract