How to Make Caramel (Troubleshooting Guide)

Caramel only *seems* tricky — Let me make it easy for you!

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Hi Bold Bakers! I think we are all in agreement that making caramel can be stressful. After years of working in kitchens I have crystallized and burnt my fair share of caramel (and then washed the pan really quickly so my chef didn't see it), so I understand the stress as well as anyone when trying to figure out how to fix crystallized caramel, or avoid it altogether. These, however, are your steps to success! So let’s get baking!

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[hadiyairfan]

To everyone who has faced the crystallization problem, even though the video says nothing can be done about it. That's true but It doesn't have to go down the drain. Here is a little tip to save on the sugar, let the whole thing crystalize and then take it out of the saucepan. Let it cool down a little bit and then blend those crystals to get powdered sugar. You can use that in about anything. It tastes the same or a little more like brown sugar but either way it doesn't have to go to waste and that way you don't have to dread every time you think of making caramel again

[stevenkurniawan]

i watched this after my caramel crystalized 🙃

[cookienibz]

Another good tip that I have used for over a decade with 100% success... After sugar has dissolved, BEFORE you turn up the heat, put a lid on the pan. The moisture from the condensation will wash down the sides of the pan. Remove the lid when you see the sides are clean, and turn up the heat proceed as video describes.

[elainecasper]

Never have I heard of the dissolving the sugar part, that makes so much sense! Most recipes I have seen always say to crank the heat up to high and don't stir lol! Thank you!

[BruceArtwick]

I used to add a drop of liquid honey to the mixture before heating it. As a type of inverted syrup, honey prevents crystallization. Honey has its distinct flavour, but the drop is so small that one can barely notice.

[kindcutediamond]

I really needed this video. You posted it at just the right time. It's like you were reading my mind. Thank you so much Gemma 😊😊

[kyeongeun]

3:30 I thought it would be like "pour some water, make syrup and enjoy!" or something LOL Thanks for the tips! My woodspoon was the one responsible.

[stucoy]

Odd. I've made caramel a grand total of one time. I used a non-stick frying pan and it was fine. Secondly, my sugar did begin to crystalise, but I found that stirring with a wooden spatula caused the crystals to redissolve and the finished caramel was good.

[nanaarmani]

Thank you so so much for this video ! I’ve been trying to make caramel sauce for years now and it turns hard everytime until i got frustrated with it, Today is the first time i make it and it didnt harden, many thanks gemma! 🙏🏻❤️

[mittens]

This helped a lot! Thanks I was worried I wouldn't be able to make it for my exam but now I feel more confident:)

[ShaShanDIY]

We love Caramel! We're definitely going to make this!! 😍

[suleklc]

Her: no spoon
Me:



(Slowly puts down the spoon)

[acoolguy]

Thank you for all of your videos, it's a huge inspiration, I've watched all of your videos at least twice and I study them because I want to be a Chef or Baker in a small town cafe someday. Anyway, thank you for all the recipes, tips and guides they're really helpful and I haven't tried one that I don't like. Keep it up!

[rahulsangal]

I almost never make any of these but for some reason I still watch every video.

[nikunjagarwal]

Thank you Gemma


I have wasted tons of sugar making this but didn’t had luck, hopefully this time I’ll not screw 😭❤️😂

[rajivdalal]

Seriously I m 14 love ur recipes can you upload a recipe for kids (that they can make themselves) ...
And you should apply to MasterChef you're amazing

[Ajoi]

i tried your red velvet oreo recipe and made the cream​ cheese myself as you taught us to make the filling of oreo and it turned out AWESOME!! My Boyfriend loved it sooo much thank you Gemma you are the queen of baking god bless you

edit: i guess i will try your twix recipe now thank you so much.

by the way i made your chocolate cake and it was AWESOME TOO!

[DeadliciousCookingStudio]

I was just about to ask you for this!! I always have issues with caramel, sometimes it comes out ok & sometimes just disaster. Thanks a lot, you are a LOVE ❤

[chungfa]

Jesus she's looking right at my soul

[ivanlow]

Thank You Too Much, Gemma!
This Caramel Tutorial Video Helped me and will help many other people who work with sugar too much!!!