Mocha Caramels

Directions

1. 1
   Mix all ingredients, except vanilla, in a large, heavy saucepan.
2. 2
   Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook until temperature reaches 248° (firm ball stage on thermometer), about 1 hour.
3. 3
   Remove from heat.
4. 4
   Stir in vanilla. Pour into buttered 9 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish.
5. 5
   Let stand until cool.
6. 6
   Cut into 1-inch squares and wrap each caramel in waxed paper.
7. 7
   Refrigerate up to 3 weeks.