Classic Caramel Sauce

Name: Classic Caramel Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 1 cup cane sugar; 1/4 cup cold water; ½ cup heavy cream; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 teaspoon quality pure vanilla extract; small pinch of salt

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Course
Dessert, Condiments, Others
Cuisine
gluten-free

Classic Caramel Sauce

Nevaeh Sloan

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Ingredients

1 cup cane sugar
1/4 cup cold water
½ cup heavy cream warmed briefly in the microwave
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon quality pure vanilla extract
small pinch of salt see Note

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Instructions

In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the sugar and water, stirring to combine.
Simmer until the syrup has turned a dark golden color, about 10-12 minutes. A candy thermometer isn't necessary, but it's helpful. For a thick but pourable sauce your candy thermometer should read about 230 degree F. For a little thinner sauce aim for 225 degrees F.
Once the caramel is ready, whisk in the warm cream and simmer for another couple of minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in the butter, vanilla extract and salt. Serve warm or keep stored in the refrigerator. To reheat it, simply heat it up briefly in the microwave.

Notes

* Want a salted caramel sauce? Simply increase the salt to 3/4 teaspoon.* This caramel sauce can be made in advance and stored in the fridge, covered tightly, for up to 2 weeks.