Classic Caramel Sauce Recipe
Indulge in the rich, velvety sweetness of this classic caramel sauce. Perfect for drizzling over desserts or adding to your favorite beverages for a decadent touch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 1 1/4 cups 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (cut into cubes)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (room temperature)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional for salted caramel)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the Sugar: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, heat the sugar, stirring constantly until melted and amber in color.
- Add Butter: Carefully add the butter, stirring until fully incorporated.
- Pour in Cream: Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring, cook for 1 minute until smooth.
- Finish: Remove from heat, stir in salt and vanilla. Let cool slightly before using.
Notes
- Store cooled sauce in airtight jar for up to 2 weeks.
- Reheat gently before serving. Great over ice cream, brownies, apple pie, or in coffee.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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