Homemade Caramel Frosting
Indulge in the rich, buttery decadence of Homemade Caramel Frosting—a luscious topping that takes any dessert to the next level. Made with simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and heavy cream, this frosting boasts a velvety texture and an irresistible depth of flavor with a hint of vanilla. Perfectly smooth and creamy, it comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for cakes, cupcakes, or any sweet treat in need of an elegant finish. Whether spread or piped, this caramel frosting can be customized to your ideal consistency, thanks to the optional addition of extra heavy cream. Elevate your baking game with this easy-to-make frosting that turns every dessert into a masterpiece.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 tablespoons additional heavy cream (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the light brown sugar, heavy cream, and kosher salt to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil while stirring continuously to dissolve the sugar. Continue boiling for 1-2 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the mixture cool for 10-15 minutes.
Once slightly cooled, pour the caramel mixture into a mixing bowl.
Using an electric mixer, gradually beat in the sifted powdered sugar. Start on low speed to avoid splattering, then increase to medium-high speed. Beat until the frosting becomes smooth and creamy.
If the frosting is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or other desserts. Spread or pipe the frosting as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2847 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.8 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.0 g | 375% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 342 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 440.5 g | 160% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 437.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 323 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.
