Caramel Frosting Recipe
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Caramel Frosting Recipe
Description
The Caramel Frosting Recipe starts by melting butter and combining it with packed brown sugar, half the heavy cream, and salt. The mixture is cooked until it bubbles and simmers, creating a rich caramel sauce that cools to prevent melting the sugar later. After cooling, powdered sugar and the remaining cream are mixed in to achieve a buttercream-like frosting. This method ensures a frosting with a creamy texture and caramel flavor that is neither too runny nor excessively stiff.
Its smooth, thick texture spreads well on layered cakes or cupcakes, adding a deep caramel sweetness compared to plain buttercream. The touch of salt enhances the caramel notes and balances the sweetness.
To use, spread it with a knife or pipe it thickly on baked goods. It complements various cake flavors, especially chocolate or spice-based cakes.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. It can also be frozen for up to three months; when thawed, whip it to restore fluffiness before spreading.
Ingredients
- 12 tablespoons butter cut into pieces
- 1½ cups brown sugar packed
- ½ cup heavy cream divided
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3½ - 4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Add butter to a medium saucepan and melt over medium heat.
- Stir in brown sugar, half of the heavy cream, and salt.
- Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the caramel mixture begins to bubble and simmer. Simmer two minutes, then remove from heat.
- Pour the caramel into a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer. Let cool for at least 30 minutes.
- After the caramel has cooled, add powdered sugar and the remaining heavy cream, and mix until smooth.
- Add additional powdered sugar as needed to make a smooth frosting, with a buttercream consistency.
Notes
- This frosting batch covers a two-layer 8-inch round cake and can frost approximately 18-24 cupcakes.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for 3-4 days to maintain freshness.
- Freeze for up to 3 months, then bring to room temperature and rewhip before use to regain texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 6655 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 6655kcal | 333% |
| Carbohydrates | 1300g | 433% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 180g | 277% |
| Saturated Fat | 114g | 570% |
| Cholesterol | 525mg | 175% |
| Sodium | 2912mg | 121% |
| Potassium | 663mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1201g | 2402% |
| Vitamin A | 6049IU | 121% |
| Calcium | 451mg | 45% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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