Description
This quick and easy caramel sauce is perfect for drizzling over ice cream or adding a sweet touch to your favorite desserts.
Ingredients
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- 1 stick butter, 4 oz (115 g)
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) half &; half or whipping cream
- 1 tsp vanilla or vanilla bean paste
- A pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until fully melted and bubbling.
- Add the dark brown sugar and whisk until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- Slowly add the half & half or whipping cream, whisking continuously to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla and a pinch of sea salt until well incorporated.
- Allow the caramel sauce to cool slightly before serving or storing.
Notes
- Store the caramel sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- Reheat gently before using.
- For a deeper flavor, use vanilla bean paste instead of extract.
- Adjust the salt to taste if you prefer a salted caramel version.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 17
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 25