Ingredients

• granulated sugar - 1 cup
• heavy cream - ½ cup
• unsalted butter - ¼ cup
• vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• salt - ¼ teaspoon
• semisweet chocolate chips - 1 ½ cups
• cooking spray - as needed

Instructions

1. 1.

   Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray.

2. 2.

   In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, heavy cream, butter, vanilla extract, and salt over medium heat.

3. 3.

   Stir the mixture continuously until the sugar dissolves and the mixture starts to boil.

4. 4.

   Allow the mixture to boil without stirring for about 5-7 minutes, or until it reaches a golden caramel color.

5. 5.

   Remove the saucepan from heat and pour the caramel into the prepared baking dish. Let it cool for about 30 minutes.

6. 6.

   Once the caramel has set, cut it into small squares.

7. 7.

   Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until fully melted.

8. 8.

   Dip each caramel square into the melted chocolate, ensuring it's fully coated, then place it on a parchment-lined tray.

9. 9.

   Let the chocolate set at room temperature or refrigerate until firm.

10. 10.

    Enjoy your homemade Caramel Chocolate Candies!