Caramels Every Christmas we look forward to a tin of homemade caramels from Carolyn's sister Barb. They are scrumptious. Watch out for your fillings! 3 cups sugar 2 cups whipping cream 1 cup corn syrup, Karo light 1/2 cup butter 1 teaspoon vanilla Boil until 250° degrees. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla. Pour into buttered 8"x 8" pan. Cool and cube. Source: Barb Susnik