This is one of my favorite caramel recipes because you don't have to use a candy thermometer. Total cooking time is about 7 minutes in the microwave (as opposed to 20 + on the stovetop) and after a short chill in the refrigerator, they're ready to be cut and wrapped. This is a great recipe for busy holiday cooks.

Sea salt is the ultimate complement to this caramel. I use coarse Celtic grey sea saltto finish this candy because it's beautiful and makes the candy taste like it's been kissed by a mermaid.

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