Rich Caramel Sauce
Transform your desserts with the decadent allure of this rich caramel sauce recipe—a silky, golden treat made from simple ingredients like granulated sugar, creamy butter, and velvety heavy cream. Perfectly balanced with a touch of vanilla and a hint of salt, this homemade caramel is the ultimate topping for ice cream, pancakes, and brownies, or a luscious dip for fresh fruit. With just 15 minutes of preparation and cooking time, this indulgent sauce features a straightforward caramelization process and makes up to 12 servings, ensuring plenty to share or savor over multiple days. Ideal for elevating your favorite sweet creations, this easy caramel sauce recipe is a must-have for home bakers seeking luxurious flavor without the fuss.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 90 grams Unsalted butter
- 120 milliliters Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Gather all the ingredients and ensure the butter is cut into small cubes.
In a medium-sized, heavy-bottomed saucepan, add the granulated sugar and place it over medium heat.
Stir the sugar constantly with a heat-resistant spatula or wooden spoon as it begins to melt. The sugar will clump before fully liquefying, so don’t worry if it looks uneven at first.
Once the sugar has completely melted and turns a deep amber color, carefully add the butter cubes. The mixture will bubble vigorously, so exercise caution.
Stir continuously until the butter is fully incorporated into the melted sugar.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream while continuing to stir. The caramel will bubble up again, so pour the cream gently to avoid splashes.
Once the bubbling subsides and the cream is thoroughly mixed in, remove the pan from the heat.
Stir in the vanilla extract and salt until fully combined.
Let the caramel sauce cool for 10–15 minutes before transferring it to a glass jar or airtight container.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove before using, if needed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1830 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.2 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.0 g | 345% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 319 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 1233 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 200.5 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 200.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 28 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.
