Microwave Caramels

These were so good! I didn't think I could make something this good from my microwave. Warning: super sticky so keep away from kids with braces!!

Microwave Caramels (courtesy of Bake Space)

1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup Light Karo Syrup (not dark-doesn't set right)
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup SWEETENED CONDENSED milk
1 t. vanilla
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Buttered 8x8 baking dish

Melt butter in large microwave bowl. Stir in Karo syrup, both sugars and sweetened condensed milk. Mix until dissolved. Microwave on high 3-1/2 minutes. Stir down and scrape sides of bowl. Microwave on high 3-1/2 minutes. (this will be soft-ball stage). Stir in vanilla and nuts (if you add them at all). Pour into buttered dish and refrigerate until set.

Cut into square and wrap each in wax paper. Enjoy!

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