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Salted Caramel Sauce Recipe

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This homemade salted caramel sauce is a creamy, rich, and perfectly balanced blend of sweetness and saltiness. Made with simple ingredients like granulated sugar, butter, heavy cream, salt, and vanilla, it offers a smooth, luscious texture that's ideal for drizzling over desserts, ice cream, or incorporating into your favorite recipes. Ready in just 20 minutes, this sauce can be stored in the fridge and quickly warmed for convenient use.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature and sliced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Measure out all ingredients and set them aside to ensure a smooth cooking process without any delays.
  2. Melt Sugar: Add granulated sugar to a medium-sized saucepan and place over medium heat on the stovetop. Stir constantly with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon until the sugar completely melts.
  3. Caramelize Sugar: Continue stirring gently as the sugar melts and turns into a rich amber color, indicating caramelization.
  4. Add Butter: Add the sliced butter pieces to the caramelized sugar and stir continuously until the butter melts fully and the mixture is smooth, about 2 minutes.
  5. Incorporate Cream: Remove the pan from heat and slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring constantly. Be cautious as the hot caramel may steam and splatter due to the temperature change.
  6. Season Sauce: Stir in the salt and vanilla extract until evenly combined, enhancing the depth and flavor of the sauce.
  7. Cool Sauce: Let the caramel sauce cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a large jar and allow it to reach room temperature.
  8. Store: Cover and refrigerate the sauce for up to 2 weeks to maintain freshness.
  9. Reheat Before Use: Warm the caramel sauce for about 30 seconds in the microwave and stir before serving to restore its smooth consistency.

Notes

  • Stir continuously when melting sugar to prevent burning and achieve a smooth caramel.
  • Be very careful when adding heavy cream to hot caramel as it can bubble and splatter.
  • Use room temperature butter to ensure it melts quickly and incorporates smoothly.
  • The sauce thickens as it cools; reheat gently for a pourable texture.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
  • For a vegan version, substitute butter and cream with plant-based alternatives.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/salted-caramel-sauce-recipe/