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caramel sauce

Caramel Sauce Recipe

A rich, buttery caramel sauce that’s smooth, glossy, and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for drizzling over desserts, dipping fruits, or upgrading your coffee game. Made with just a few pantry staples, this easy recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Once you try homemade caramel, store-bought just won’t cut it!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter cut into pieces
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp salt optional

Method
 

  1. Add sugar to a saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly until melted into an amber liquid
  2. Carefully add butter and stir until fully melted and combined
  3. Slowly pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously
  4. Let the mixture boil for 1 minute while stirring
  5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt
  6. Allow to cool slightly before using or storing

Notes

Use room temperature cream to avoid splattering
Do not overcook sugar, or it will taste bitter
Stir continuously to prevent burning
Caramel thickens as it cools
Store in fridge for up to 2 weeks and reheat before use
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