Butter Pecan Sauce for Ice Cream
Transform your favorite dessert into a decadent masterpiece with this luscious Butter Pecan Sauce for Ice Cream. This indulgent topping combines the rich nuttiness of toasted pecans with the buttery sweetness of caramelized brown sugar and a velvety splash of heavy cream. A touch of pure vanilla extract and a hint of salt elevate the flavors, creating the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for drizzling over vanilla ice cream, pancakes, or even warm brownies. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or treating yourself to a cozy night in, this homemade sauce will take your desserts to the next level. Store leftovers in the fridge (if there’s any left!) and reheat for more sensational servings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Pecans
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.75 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the pecans to the melted butter and toast them for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and golden brown.
Stir in the brown sugar, heavy cream, and salt, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving warm over ice cream. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Reheat gently before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
325 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.2 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 38 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 76 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 134 mg | 3% | |
*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.
