Caramel Whiskey Sauce
Elevate your desserts with this indulgent Caramel Whiskey Sauce, a luxurious blend of rich, buttery caramel and smooth whiskey that creates the perfect balance of sweet and smoky flavors. Made with just six simple ingredients, including heavy cream and a touch of vanilla, this homemade sauce comes together in under 15 minutes. Its velvety texture and complex taste make it an ideal topping for ice cream, brownies, pancakes, or even a slice of cheesecake. Whether you're impressing guests or treating yourself, this easy caramel whiskey sauce recipe is a must-try addition to your dessert repertoire. Plus, it stores well in the fridge, so you can drizzle it on your favorite sweet treats whenever the craving strikes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Whiskey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Add the granulated sugar to a medium-sized heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
Continuously stir the sugar with a heatproof spatula as it begins to melt and clump. It will eventually liquefy and turn a golden amber color after about 5–7 minutes. Be careful not to let it burn.
Once the sugar is fully melted, carefully add the unsalted butter to the pan. The mixture will bubble vigorously. Stir constantly until the butter is fully incorporated.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring. Be cautious, as the mixture will bubble up again. Continue to stir until the sauce is smooth and uniform.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the whiskey, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
Let the caramel whiskey sauce cool for 5–10 minutes before using or transferring to a jar for storage.
Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Reheat gently before serving if needed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1856 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.0 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.0 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 306 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 642 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 200.5 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 200.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 27 mg | 1% | |
*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.
