Description
Sweet and spicy Fireball Whiskey Caramels blend Canadian whiskey’s warmth with classic caramel richness. Rich buttery notes complement cinnamon’s bold kick, creating an indulgent treat for adventurous palates.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (100 g) brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup (120 ml) corn syrup
- ½ cup (120 ml / 4 fl oz) Fireball whiskey
- ½ cup (120 ml / 4 fl oz) heavy cream
- ¼ cup (60 g / 2 oz) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon (optional, for extra spice)
- Sea salt, for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- Prep Station: Line a baking dish with parchment paper, creating convenient overhangs and lightly greasing to facilitate effortless caramel extraction.
- Sugar Fusion: Combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, Fireball whiskey, heavy cream, and butter in a heavy saucepan, gently stirring until ingredients meld into a harmonious liquid.
- Temperature Control: Position pan over medium heat, coaxing the mixture into a gentle boil while consistently stirring to dissolve sugar crystals, then attach a candy thermometer and continue cooking with minimal agitation until reaching exactly 245°F (118°C), which typically requires 10-15 minutes of attentive monitoring.
- Flavor Enhancement: Remove from heat and introduce vanilla extract and ground cinnamon, delicately swirling to distribute aromatic elements throughout the caramel foundation, then pour the molten mixture into the prepared dish, smoothing the surface with a spatula and optionally garnishing with flaky sea salt.
- Setting Phase: Allow caramel to rest and solidify at room temperature for 2-3 hours, ensuring complete stabilization without refrigeration.
- Cutting and Wrapping: Extract the caramel block using parchment paper handles, then slice into uniform squares or rectangles with a sharp knife, wrapping each piece individually in wax paper or parchment to prevent sticking.
- Storage: Preserve caramels in an airtight container at room temperature, maintaining optimal freshness for up to two weeks.
Notes
- Manage Heat Carefully: Monitor the temperature precisely at 245°F to prevent burning or undercooking, as caramel’s success depends on accurate heat control.
- Whiskey Intensity Control: Adjust Fireball quantity based on personal taste preference, starting with less and gradually increasing for balanced flavor without overpowering sweetness.
- Prevent Sugar Crystallization: Stir gently and consistently during initial heating to ensure smooth caramel texture, avoiding sudden temperature changes that might cause sugar to crystallize.
- Storage Strategy: Keep caramels in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight to maintain their soft texture and prevent unwanted melting or hardening.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 41
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg