Unlawfully Rich Butterscotch Sauce
Indulge your sweet tooth with this Unlawfully Rich Butterscotch Sauce, a decadent dessert topping that’s as versatile as it is irresistible. Made from a velvety blend of unsalted butter, dark brown sugar, and heavy cream, this luxurious sauce gets its signature depth from a hint of light corn syrup, pure vanilla extract, and a touch of fine sea salt for the perfect balance of sweet and savory. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this silky treat and drizzle it over ice cream, cakes, or even fresh fruit for an instant upgrade to your favorite desserts. Best of all, this homemade butterscotch sauce can be stored for up to two weeks, so you’ll always have an indulgent topping ready to wow your taste buds. Perfect for dessert lovers looking to elevate their creations, this simple recipe is a must-try for fans of classic caramel-inspired sauces.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 3 quarters cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
- 1.5 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the dark brown sugar, heavy cream, and light corn syrup to the melted butter. Whisk to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens slightly and the sugar completely dissolves.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the pure vanilla extract and fine sea salt.
Let the sauce cool slightly before transferring it to a heatproof jar or container.
Serve warm over ice cream, cakes, or other desserts. Refrigerate any leftovers in a sealed container for up to 2 weeks and reheat gently when needed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2186 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.1 g | 169% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.0 g | 390% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 366 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 1112 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 247.5 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 244.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 215 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 336 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.
