Brown Sugar Boiled Frosting
Indulge in the rich, buttery decadence of Brown Sugar Boiled Frosting, a nostalgic topping that brings a warm caramel-like flavor to your favorite desserts. Made with simple pantry staples like brown sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, this quick and easy recipe comes together in under 15 minutes. The secret to its velvety texture is gently simmering the sugar mixture to dissolve every granule before whipping it into a thick, spreadable frosting with powdered sugar. Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, this frosting sets beautifully as it cools, creating an irresistible crackly finish. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply elevating a baked treat, this brown sugar frosting adds a timeless touch of homemade charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar (sifted)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, heavy cream, unsalted butter, and salt over medium heat.
Stir continuously with a whisk or wooden spoon until the mixture begins to bubble gently, ensuring the sugar is fully dissolved.
Once bubbling, reduce the heat to low and allow the mixture to simmer for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the mixture to cool down slightly for 5 minutes.
Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer on low speed, beat the sifted powdered sugar into the mixture, a little at a time, until the frosting is thick but spreadable.
Let the frosting cool slightly before using. Spread it onto cakes, cupcakes, or cookies as desired. It will set and firm up as it cools completely.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1917 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.0 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.0 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 675 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 330.1 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 324.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 208 mg | 4% | |
*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.
