** Mexican Chicken Adobo Recipe
Indulge in the rich and buttery goodness of this Classic Caramel Sauce, perfect for drizzling over desserts or adding to your favorite treats.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Classic Caramel Sauce:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (cut into pieces)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (room temperature)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional, for salted caramel)
Instructions
- Heat the Sugar: In a medium saucepan, heat the granulated sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly until it melts into a thick amber liquid.
- Add Butter: Carefully add the butter to the melted sugar, stirring until fully combined.
- Pour in Cream: Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously, allowing it to boil for 1 minute.
- Finish the Sauce: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt if desired. Let the sauce cool slightly before using or store in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use a light-colored saucepan to monitor the caramel’s color change closely.
- Do not leave the sauce unattended as it can burn quickly.
- This sauce is versatile and pairs well with various desserts and beverages.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: ~110 kcal
- Sugar: ~14 g
- Sodium: ~15 mg
- Fat: ~6 g
- Saturated Fat: ~4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~2 g
- Trans Fat: ~0 g
- Carbohydrates: ~14 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: ~20 mg
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