Quick Caramel Frosting
Elevate your homemade desserts with this irresistible Quick Caramel Frosting, a decadent topping that comes together in just 10 minutes! Made with simple pantry staples like light brown sugar, unsalted butter, and powdered sugar, this recipe delivers a silky, rich caramel flavor with a hint of vanilla in every creamy bite. Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or even brownies, this frosting combines ease and indulgence with its fuss-free preparation and quick setting time. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, this easy caramel frosting recipe ensures a smooth, velvety finish that adds a professional touch to your treats. Ready your spatula—you won't want to waste a drop of this delectable delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 0.25 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the light brown sugar and a pinch of salt to the melted butter, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth, about 2 minutes.
Gradually pour in the whole milk while constantly stirring. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and cook for 1 minute, then remove from heat.
Stir in the vanilla extract and let the caramel mixture cool for about 2-3 minutes.
Sift the powdered sugar into a large mixing bowl to remove any lumps.
Slowly pour the slightly cooled caramel mixture over the powdered sugar, whisking or beating with a hand mixer on low speed until smooth and creamy.
If the frosting is too thick, add 1 teaspoon of milk at a time to achieve the desired consistency.
Spread immediately onto your cake or dessert, as the frosting sets quickly while cooling.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2151 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.0 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.1 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 131 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 232 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 439.1 g | 160% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 432.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 256 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 383 mg | 8% | |
*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.
