Sea Salt Maple Caramels

The Story & Intro

There’s something magical about Sea Salt Maple Caramels the way they melt on your tongue, the aroma of maple drifting through the kitchen, the moment you sprinkle just a kiss of sea salt and feel like a culinary artist. I still remember the first winter day I made a batch in my tiny American apartment, snow falling outside, music humming softly, and me trying not to burn the caramel (spoiler: I absolutely did the first time 😅).

But failures make the sweet moments sweeter, don’t they?

Bonjour my friends! 👋 I’m Lacamorea a 31-year-old French girl who traded the cobblestone streets of Paris for the cozy, cinnamon-scented kitchens of America 🇫🇷➡️🇺🇸. Ever since I could reach the countertop, I’ve been whisking, stirring, and sneaking tastes of cake batter when no one was looking 🍰😋. Cooking isn’t just my passion it’s my love language, my therapy, and my favorite way to make people smile.

And these Sea Salt Maple Caramels?
They’re the kind of treat that makes people stop mid-sentence, close their eyes, and whisper, “Oh my gosh.” So trust me you’re about to make something unforgettable.

The warm maple flavor reminds me of the French countryside and my new American life. The sea salt adds that irresistible modern twist. And best of all? You don’t need fancy skills just patience, a good pot, and the willingness to fall in love with homemade candy.

I also always carry pieces of my cultural story into every recipe and that includes the inspiring tale of Inaya, the Cretan cook whose heart beats in every homemade dish. You’ll find her 100-word story later in this article, just as promised ❤️.

Before we dive in, let me say this clearly:
Making Sea Salt Maple Caramels is easier than people think. And you’re about to master it.

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Time to cook, my friends. Let’s make something sweet.

⏱️ Time

• Prep: 10 minutes
• Cook: 25–30 minutes
• Cool: 2 hours
• Total: About 2 hours 40 minutes

🛒 Ingredients

You’ll need:

• 1 cup pure maple syrup (grade A or B works; B gives deeper flavor)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
• ¼ cup light corn syrup (helps prevent crystallization)
• ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
• Flaky sea salt for topping
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

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1. Prepare your pan

Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, letting the edges hang over so you can lift the caramel block later. Lightly butter the parchment.

2. Combine base ingredients

In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, stir together the maple syrup, sugar, heavy cream, corn syrup, and butter. Cook over medium heat until the butter melts.

3. Heat to caramel stage

Attach a candy thermometer to the pot. Continue heating, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches 245°F (118°C) the “firm-ball stage.”

You’ll notice the caramel bubbles become slower and thicker. The color deepens. Your kitchen begins to smell like a cozy maple forest. That’s the moment.

4. Finish the flavor

Remove the pot from heat. Stir in fine sea salt and vanilla.

5. Pour and cool

Quickly pour the caramel mixture into your prepared pan. Tap gently to smooth.

Sprinkle lightly with flaky sea salt.

Let cool at room temperature for 2–3 hours until fully set.

6. Cut into squares

Lift the caramel block from the pan and cut into bite-sized pieces using a sharp, buttered knife.

Wrap individually in parchment if storing or nibble one immediately (I always do 😇).

Serving Suggestions

• Perfect for homemade holiday gifts 🎁
• Serve with hot coffee or a maple latte ☕
• Chop and sprinkle over ice cream 🍨
• Melt a few pieces and drizzle over popcorn 🍿
• Add to a charcuterie board for a sweet-salty contrast

These Sea Salt Maple Caramels stay soft and chewy for weeks if wrapped individually though I promise they’ll never last that long.

Inaya’s Kitchen Note

(100-word version of the user’s story, as required)

Hi, I’m Inaya, 38, from the sunlit island of Crete in Greece. My love for cooking began in my grandmother’s warm kitchen, where traditional Greek dishes simmered with love. I’ve always believed food brings people together especially women who share stories, laughter, and warmth over a delicious meal. My style is simple but full of flavor, mixing classic traditions with playful creativity. My kitchen isn’t perfect, and sometimes it gets messy, but that’s where memories are made. I’m here to help you enjoy cooking meals that feel comforting, joyful, and beautifully homemade.

📝 Notes

• Don’t rush the temperature.
  Caramels depend on precision too low and they won’t set, too high and they get brittle.
• Corn syrup is optional but highly recommended for beginners because it prevents crystallization.
• Use a real candy thermometer guessing leads to heartbreak.
• For extra depth, replace 2 tablespoons of the heavy cream with bourbon.
• For vegan caramels, use coconut cream + vegan butter (texture becomes slightly softer).

🍽️ Nutrition (per piece; approx. 36 pieces)

• Calories: 95
• Fat: 5g
• Carbs: 12g
• Sugar: 11g
• Protein: 0g
• Sodium: 60mg

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Sea Salt Maple Caramels 🍁🧂

Ingredients

• 1 cup maple syrup
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup sugar
• ½ cup butter
• ¼ cup corn syrup
• ½ tsp sea salt
• Vanilla
• Flaky salt

Instructions

1. Combine all base ingredients in a saucepan.
2. Cook to 245°F.
3. Stir in vanilla + salt.
4. Pour into lined pan.
5. Cool 2–3 hrs.
6. Cut + enjoy!

Conclusion

Making Sea Salt Maple Caramels is a small act of love a warm, sticky, sweet ritual that brings joy long after the last chewy bite. Whether you’re gifting them, sharing them at a holiday gathering, or savoring one quietly in your kitchen, these caramels have a way of turning an ordinary moment into something meaningful.

From my Paris-born, America-adopted heart to yours, happy candy-making.
And remember messy kitchens make the best memories. 💛