Reduced Fat Caramels

Directions

1. 1
   In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar, syrup and 1 cup milk.
2. 2
   Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves.
3. 3
   Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches 246-248 degrees on a candy thermometer or makes a firm ball when a dropped into cool water.
4. 4
   Slowly add second cup of milk and continue to cook to firm ball stage.
5. 5
   Slowly add third cup of milk, butter and salt.
6. 6
   Cook to firm ball stage and remove from heat.
7. 7
   Immediately pour into buttered pan.
8. 8
   Let cool completely before cutting to pieces with a sharp, wet knife.