Easy Caramel Sauce Recipe
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4.9
Easy Caramel Sauce Recipe
Description
Easy Caramel Sauce Recipe guides you through melting sugar and water over medium heat without stirring to achieve a light amber caramel. Adding salted butter next enriches the flavor and texture, followed by gradually whisking in heavy cream to create a creamy sauce. Sea salt is stirred in at the end to give a subtle salty contrast. This method ensures a glossy, smooth sauce that can complement a variety of sweet dishes.
The sauce thickens as it cools but can be gently reheated to restore pourability. It stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a month, making it convenient for make-ahead use or quick dessert enhancements.
Taking care to keep cooking utensils clean minimizes crystallization risks. Optionally adding corn syrup during cooking can further prevent sugar crystals. The measured timing and temperature help achieve a consistent, luscious caramel perfect for drizzling or mixing.
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 /4 cup water
- 6 tablespoons butter cut into pieces, salted
- 1/2 /2 cup heavy cream at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon salt sea salt
Instructions
- Add the sugar and water to a 3-quart saucepan set over medium heat. Stir until combined. Do Not Stir Again! Simply swirl the saucepan until the sugar has melted and turns a light amber color. If you use a candy or instant read thermometer, the mixture should register 350º at this point.
- Carefully add your butter and whisk until all the butter has melted.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and slowly pour in the cream, whisking constantly until all of the cream has been incorporated. Whisk in the sea salt and set aside to cool.
- Allow to cool about 5 minutes and then pour into an airtight container for storing in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Keep your saucepan and spoon very clean to avoid sugar crystallization during cooking.
- Adding a teaspoon of corn syrup with sugar and water can help prevent crystallization.
- Store cooled caramel sauce in a sealed glass container in the fridge for up to one month.
- Reheat gently before use to loosen the sauce if it thickens cold, or use it chilled for a thicker texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 178 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2tablespoons | |
| Calories | 178kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Cholesterol | 34mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 298mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 9mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 385IU | 8% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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