Name: Caramel Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 cup of granulated sugar; 6 tbsp of unsalted butter, cut into pieces; 1/2 cup of heavy cream; 1 tsp of vanilla extract; Pinch of salt

Caramel Sauce Recipe

Kari Huckaby Modified: September 16, 2023

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How To Make Caramel Sauce

Sweet and sticky caramel sauce perfect for drizzling over desserts.

Preparation: 5 minutes

Cooking: 10 minutes

Total: 15 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

1 cup of granulated sugar
6 tbsp of unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/2 cup of heavy cream
1 tsp of vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, heat the granulated sugar over medium heat until it melts and turns amber in color, stirring occasionally.
Carefully add in the butter, whisking constantly until melted and well combined.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking continuously until the sauce is smooth.
Stir in the vanilla extract and salt. Remove from heat.
Let the caramel sauce cool for a few minutes before serving or drizzling over your favorite desserts.

Nutrition

Calories : 213kcal
Total Fat : 13g
Saturated Fat : 8g
Cholesterol : 40mg
Sodium : 74mg
Total Carbohydrates : 25g
Dietary Fiber : 0g
Sugar : 25g
Protein : 0g

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