Recipe Review

Sweet Holiday Gift Idea: DIY Apple Cider Caramels

Lauren Kodiak
Lauren KodiakCopy Chief
Lauren is the Copy Chief for Kitchn. She lives in Connecticut with her husband and their son.
published Nov 18, 2016
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing.
(Image credit: The Kitchn)

The holiday season is upon us — do you have gift ideas for everyone on your list? If you’re thinking of going the homemade route, these DIY salted apple cider caramels are an excellent option.

Caramel gets a bad wrap for being finicky and tricky, but you’ll be fine as long as you have a trusty candy thermometer. This recipe yields 20 caramels, but you can easily double it if you want to make a big batch to give away as gifts.

These caramels are a festive treat to give to friends, family, coworkers, or even your mailman — basically anyone who will appreciate a sticky-sweet-salty candy made with love.

Get the Recipe: Apple Cider Caramels from Dessert for Two