Honey Caramel Sauce
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5
Honey Caramel Sauce
Description
This Honey Caramel Sauce begins by gently melting butter with honey over medium heat, allowing the mixture to simmer until it thickens and darkens, developing caramelized flavors. Adding heavy cream and whisking until incorporated results in a creamy sauce that is then brought to a gentle boil to thicken further. A pinch of sea salt adds a subtle contrast, rounding out the flavor.
The sauce's texture is smooth and pourable when warm and thick and slightly sticky when cooled, ideal for topping cheesecakes, ice cream, or other sweets. Its balance of buttery richness and honey sweetness produces a complex caramel note different from standard sugar-based caramel sauces.
The sauce can be stored chilled in a covered jar for up to five days and is versatile for various culinary uses. The recipe is adapted from a cheesecake sauce, indicating its suitability as a dessert accompaniment.
Ingredients
- 50 g butter 1/4 cup, 1/2 stick
- 200 g honey 1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream 250 ml
- pinch salt sea salt
Instructions
- Melt the butter and honey together in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until combined. Increase the heat slightly, and allow to simmer gently for 10 minutes or until slightly thickened and darkened in color.
- Add the cream, whisk to combine, and allow to just come to a boil, then remove saucepan from the heat. Stir in the salt, and let stand for 5-10 minutes for the sauce to cool slightly.
- Use in whatever recipe you like, or allow to cool to room temperature, and store in a tightly covered jar in the fridge for up to five days.
Notes
- Store the sauce in a tightly covered jar in the fridge; it keeps well for up to five days.
- Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature before storing to preserve texture and flavor.
- The balancing pinch of sea salt enhances the sauce's sweetness without overpowering it.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 68 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 68kcal | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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