definition of caramel
A crÃ¨me caramel or flan that is topped with caramel sauce. Caramel (/ËkÃ¦rÉmÉl/ or /ËkÉËrmÉl/) is a beige to dark-brown confectionery product made by heating a variety of sugars. It can be used as a flavoring in puddings and desserts, as a filling in bonbons, or as a topping for ice cream and custard.