Butterscotch Filling
Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of homemade butterscotch filling, a perfect blend of bold flavors and creamy texture. Crafted with dark brown sugar, unsalted butter, and heavy cream, this versatile recipe strikes the ideal balance between sweet and buttery with a touch of salt for depth. Thickened to perfection with a simple cornstarch slurry, this filling is scented with pure vanilla extract for a warm, aromatic finish. Whether you're looking to elevate cakes, pies, tarts, or pastries, this luscious butterscotch filling is a show-stopper that comes together in just 25 minutes. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to a week and enjoy this classic dessert staple whenever your sweet tooth calls!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Dark brown sugar
- 3 cups Heavy cream
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Once the butter is melted, add the dark brown sugar and salt. Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is smooth and bubbly.
Slowly pour in 2 1/2 cups of heavy cream, stirring constantly to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then lower the heat to simmer.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry.
Gradually whisk the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan. Continue whisking over medium-low heat until the mixture begins to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.
Once the filling has thickened to your desired consistency, remove the pan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Allow the butterscotch filling to cool to room temperature. For faster cooling, transfer it to a bowl and cover it with plastic wrap, ensuring the wrap touches the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
Once cooled, the filling is ready to use. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 288.0 g | 369% | |
| Saturated Fat | 172.0 g | 860% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 844 mg | 281% | |
| Sodium | 904 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 248.0 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 230.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 210 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 341 mg | 7% | |
*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.
