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Homemade Caramel Sauce

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Homemade caramel sauce is a luscious treat that transforms desserts into indulgent delights. With its rich, buttery flavor and golden hue, this simple yet divine recipe is perfect for drizzling over ice cream, mixing into coffee, or enjoying straight from the jar. Easy to make with just a few ingredients, this caramel sauce will evoke sweet memories and warm moments spent in the kitchen.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: About 12 servings (2 tablespoons each) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar while stirring occasionally until it turns into an amber liquid.
  2. Carefully add the unsalted butter, stirring until fully incorporated and bubbly.
  3. Gradually pour in the heavy cream while stirring; expect vigorous bubbling during this step.
  4. Remove from heat and mix in the vanilla extract and salt until smooth.
  5. Allow to cool slightly before transferring to a jar or container; it will thicken as it cools.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Sauce
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 30g
  • Calories: 100
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 75mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: <1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg