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caramel

[kar-uh-muhl, -mel, kahr-muhl] / ˈkær ə məl, -ˌmɛl, ˈkɑr məl /


NOUN
bonbon
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On week one of the competition, Mahir landed star baker after he stunned TV judges Nigella Lawson and Paul Hollywood with his peanut and caramel chocolate stout cake.

From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026

Forte Chocolates’ rosemary-orange caramels are another excellent small bite: honey caramel infused with rosemary, bright orange and a dash of salt, all enrobed in dark chocolate.

From Salon ● Jul. 12, 2026

They switch up their flavors often, but my favorite is the salted caramel.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2026

The natural color dubbed ordinary or plain caramel was associated with a 15% increased risk of overall cancer.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 20, 2026

The first thing he thinks when he reaches the illuminated courtyard is that it smells the same, of smoke and caramel and something else that he cannot place.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern

Viral gummies, gourmet caramels and artisanal peanut butter cups to replace your regular drugstore assortment.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2026

Her Little Flower Cafe became a popular Pasadena gathering spot where caramels and marshmallows became hot gifts.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 8, 2026

Shekoh Confections – Master Chocolatier Shekoh Moossavi creates hand-painted bonbons, sea-salt caramels and pate de fruits inspired by Persian heritage and French technique.

From Salon ● Nov. 20, 2025

Heat over medium heat, stirring often, until the caramels are melted and smooth.

From Washington Times ● Nov. 1, 2023

I did not understand how someone could play the organ so poorly, just as I did not understand how someone could have a seemingly lifetime supply of caramels and not share them.

From "Louisiana's Way Home" by Kate DiCamillo


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