Easy Salted Caramel Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 cgranulated sugar
- ½ cwater
- ¼ cunsalted butter
- ½ cheavy whipping cream
- ½ tbspvanilla extract
- ½ tspsalt
Directions
- 1
In a medium to large sauce pan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Cook over medium-low heat until the sugar is completely dissolved, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add the butter and let it melt
- 2
Over medium heat, bring the mixture to a boil. Stop whisking and don’t whisk at all during this part to help avoid crystallization. Allow to boil until the mixture turns a deep golden copper color, about 10-15 minutes, maybe longer depending on your stove. Keep an eye on it, but do not stir. If needed, you can occasionally tip the pan from side to side to help things cook evenly.
- 3
Remove the pan from the heat and immediately add in the heavy whipping cream in a slow, steady stream. The caramel will bubbly up quite a bit, so be careful with this step. Whisk quickly and well as you add the cream, whisking until well combined.
- 4
Add the vanilla extract and half a teaspoon of salt and whisk to combine. Add additional salt to your desired saltiness.
- 5
Allow the caramel sauce to cool. It will be fairly thin, but will thicken as it cools. Store it in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Easy Salted Caramel Sauce
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About this Recipe
Dreaming of decadent, rich caramel sauce but dreading the fuss? This Easy Salted Caramel Sauce recipe demystifies homemade caramel, bringing luxurious flavor to your kitchen with minimal effort. It's the perfect sweet and salty topping for nearly any dessert craving.
What sets this recipe apart is its elegant simplicity. With just six common ingredients you likely already have, you'll achieve a velvety smooth, perfectly balanced salted caramel that far surpasses anything from a jar. The process is straightforward, allowing you to create impressive results without complicated techniques.
Prepare for a symphony of flavors: a deep, buttery sweetness that's expertly tempered by a delightful hint of sea salt. Its luscious, pourable texture makes it an ideal companion for a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a warm brownie, or drizzled over a fruit tart. You'll find it incredibly satisfying to make and even more delightful to devour, transforming simple desserts into something truly special.
While this sauce is perfect as written, you can easily adjust the salt level to your preference. Start with the suggested half teaspoon for a balanced flavor, then add a tiny pinch more at the end if you desire a bolder salty kick. This allows you to customize the sweet and savory notes to your exact liking.
This versatile caramel sauce is the ultimate finishing touch for any dessert. Drizzle it generously over ice cream, brownies, or use it to elevate pies and other baked goods. It’s fantastic for impromptu sweet cravings or for making a dinner party dessert feel extra special.