Brandy Butterscotch Sauce
Elevate your desserts with this luxurious Brandy Butterscotch Sauce—a rich and indulgent treat that's as versatile as it is easy to make. Crafted with golden-dark brown sugar and creamy heavy cream, this velvety sauce boasts buttery caramel notes enhanced with a splash of brandy for a sophisticated twist. A touch of vanilla and a pinch of kosher salt perfectly balance its sweetness, making it the ideal topping for everything from ice cream sundaes to bread puddings. Ready in just 15 minutes, this homemade butterscotch sauce will become your go-to for adding a decadent finish to your favorite desserts. Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat for irresistible indulgence again and again! Perfect for special occasions or everyday indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons brandy
- 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Once the butter is melted, add the dark brown sugar and stir to combine. Continue cooking the mixture, stirring frequently, until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture starts to bubble gently, about 2-3 minutes.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously to prevent the mixture from seizing. Reduce the heat to medium-low and allow it to simmer gently for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, brandy, and kosher salt. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the sauce is smooth.
Let the sauce cool slightly before serving. It will thicken as it cools.
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Reheat gently before serving, adding a splash of cream if needed to reach the desired consistency.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2037 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.0 g | 164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.0 g | 380% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 364 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 291 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 196.2 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 194.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 279 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
