Dessertlover's Classic Caramel Sauce

Dessertlover's Classic Caramel Sauce
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    55 mins
  • SERVING
    16 People
  • VIEWS
    480

Indulge in the timeless allure of homemade caramel sauce. This recipe provides a rich, buttery foundation, perfect for drizzling, dipping, or transforming into decadent desserts. Prepare to elevate your sweet creations with this golden elixir.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    19 g
  • Cholesterol
    29 mg
  • Protein
    0 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    7 mg
  • Sugar
    19 g
  • Fat
    8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View In a medium-sized heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the water, sugar, and butter. (2 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View Heat over medium heat, allowing the butter to melt and the sugar to dissolve completely without stirring. Once dissolved, increase the heat slightly and cook uncovered, swirling the pan occasionally to ensure even caramelization, until the mixture turns a deep amber color. (5-10 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View Remove from heat. Very carefully pour in the heavy cream in a slow, steady stream, stirring constantly with a heat-resistant spatula or whisk. Be cautious, as the mixture will bubble vigorously. (2 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View Add the vanilla extract and sea salt. Return the saucepan to low heat and continue stirring until the caramel is smooth, creamy, and homogenous. (3-5 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View Remove from heat and let the caramel sauce cool slightly before transferring it to a heat-proof jar or container. Allow to cool completely to room temperature before using. Caramel will thicken as it cools. (30 minutes)

For a salted caramel, increase the amount of salt to 1/4 teaspoon or more, to taste.
If the caramel seizes or clumps up when you add the cream, don't panic! Continue stirring over low heat, and it will eventually smooth out.
Store the cooled caramel sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Reheat gently before using.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 160 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Alexander Emard

    This is the best caramel sauce I've ever made! The instructions were so clear, and the result was perfect.

  • Sim Larkin

    I love how simple this recipe is. I doubled the salt for a more intense salted caramel flavor, and it was amazing!

  • Annabel King

    My caramel seized up when I added the cream, but I followed the instructions and kept stirring, and it eventually smoothed out. So glad I didn't give up!

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