Ina Garten Fleur de Sel Caramel Recipe

If you love rich homemade candy, this Ina Garten Fleur de Sel Caramel Recipe is a dream dessert. These soft caramels are buttery, sweet and finished with delicate sea salt for the perfect balance.

The fleur de sel adds a light crunch and makes each bite taste gourmet. This recipe is great for holidays, gifts or special treats at home. This Ina Garten Fleur de Sel Caramel Recipe looks fancy but is easy to make.

If you want to learn how to make Ina Garten Fleur de Sel Caramel Recipe, keep reading.

The Secret Behind This Delicious

• The secret behind perfect caramel is temperature control.
• Sugar must cook slowly and evenly.
• Heavy cream makes the caramel rich and smooth.
• Butter adds softness and deep flavor.
• Fleur de sel creates the perfect sweet and salty balance.
• Using a candy thermometer helps prevent overcooking.
• Lining the pan properly makes removal much easier.

Recipe Card Info

• Recipe Name: Ina Garten Fleur de Sel Caramel Recipe
• Servings: 40 small caramels
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes plus cooling time
• Course: Dessert / Candy
• Cuisine: French-Inspired
• Calories: 95 kcal per caramel

Equipment List

• Medium saucepan
• Candy thermometer
• Wooden spoon
• 8×8 baking pan
• Parchment paper
• Measuring cups
• Sharp knife

Ingredients You Need for Fleur de Sel Caramel

Here are the ingredients for Fleur de Sel Caramel:

• 1 cup sugar
• ½ cup light corn syrup
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon fleur de sel, plus extra for topping

Instructions

1. Prepare the Pan

Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.

2. Heat Cream

Warm heavy cream and butter in a small saucepan until butter melts.

3. Cook Sugar

In another saucepan, combine sugar and corn syrup over medium heat.

4. Stir Carefully

Cook until sugar melts and turns golden brown.

5. Add Cream Mixture

Slowly pour warm cream into caramel while stirring carefully.

6. Continue Cooking

Cook until mixture reaches 248°F on a candy thermometer.

7. Add Flavor

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and fleur de sel.

8. Pour into Pan

Pour caramel mixture into prepared pan carefully.

9. Add Salt Topping

Sprinkle extra fleur de sel on top.

10. Cool Completely

Let caramel cool for several hours.

11. Cut and Wrap

Cut into pieces and wrap individually if desired.

Expert Tips & Variations

• Use a candy thermometer for accuracy.
• Do not rush the caramel process.
• Add chocolate drizzle for extra flavor.
• Use parchment paper for easy cleanup.
• Store wrapped caramels for gifting.
• Avoid stirring too much while sugar melts.

Nutrition Information

Nutrient	Amount Per Serving
Calories	95 kcal
Carbohydrates	14g
Fat	4g
Sugar	13g

Nutrition values are approximate.

Serving Suggestions

These caramels taste amazing with:

• Coffee
• Hot chocolate
• Holiday dessert trays
• Gift boxes
• Ice cream toppings

Perfect for holidays and homemade gifts.

Storage & Reheating Tips

• Store wrapped caramels in an airtight container.
• Keep at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
• Refrigerate for longer storage.
• Do not freeze for best texture.
• No reheating needed.

FAQs About Ina Garten Fleur de Sel Caramel Recipe

What is fleur de sel?

It is a delicate sea salt harvested by hand.

Can I use regular salt?

Yes, but fleur de sel gives better texture.

Why is my caramel hard?

It likely cooked too long.

Can I make this without corn syrup?

Yes, but texture may change.

Can I gift these caramels?

Yes. Wrap them individually for easy gifting.

Conclusion

This Ina Garten Fleur de Sel Caramel Recipe is rich, buttery and beautifully balanced with sea salt. It is perfect for gifting or enjoying at home. Now you know how to make Ina Garten Fleur de Sel Caramel Recipe at home. Try it once and enjoy sweet homemade candy.