Caramel Temperature Calculator

Calculate precise caramel cooking temperatures with altitude adjustments.

Caramel Settings

Sea Level3000m

Target Temperature

118°C

Firm Ball Stage

Chewy, soft texture

Sugar Stages

Thread

Syrups

110°C

Soft Ball

Fudge, fondant, pralines

116°C

Firm Ball

Soft caramels

121°C

Hard Ball

Nougat, marshmallows, gummies

130°C

Soft Crack

Butterscotch, taffy

143°C

Hard Crack

Toffee, brittles, lollipops

154°C

Light Caramel

Caramel sauce, flan

165°C

Medium Caramel

Caramel decorations

175°C

Dark Caramel

Burnt caramel, creme brulee

180°C
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MyCalcBuddy Editorial Team

This page is maintained as an educational calculator reference.

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Formula Source: Standard Mathematical References

by Various

🔄Last reviewed: May 2026
✓Formula checks are based on standard references and internal QA review.