Salted Caramel Sauce (Vegan, Dairy-Free, Paleo)
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
184 kcal
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Course
Dessert, Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Salted Caramel Sauce (Vegan, Dairy-Free, Paleo)
Description
This salted caramel sauce starts with coconut milk, coconut sugar, and sea salt combined in a saucepan brought to a boil and then simmered gently to reduce and thicken. The slow simmer allows the sugars to caramelize and develop a rich, dark amber hue and complex flavor.
Near the end of cooking, the sauce is stirred frequently to reincorporate any darker caramelized bits from the bottom, resulting in a smooth, glossy texture. Once thickened to coat the back of a spoon, coconut oil and vanilla extract are added to enrich and round the flavor.
The sauce can be served warm over desserts or allowed to cool and stored in a sealed glass container. It keeps well refrigerated for up to two weeks, making it a convenient make-ahead topping option for vegan and paleo diets. The coconut milk base ensures it is dairy-free while retaining creaminess.
Choose a quality canned coconut milk that is full fat for best texture and flavor. Stir occasionally during simmering to prevent burning and to achieve a consistent caramelization.
Ingredients
- 13.5 oz coconut milk full fat
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt sea salt
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine the coconut milk, coconut sugar and salt in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Bring to a boil (keeping a close eye on it, as it can quickly boil over), then immediately lower the temperature, keeping the sauce at a light simmer.
- Simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. As the sauce reaches the last 5-8 minutes of cooking time, stir more frequently to incorporate the darker caramel bits from the bottom into the sauce.
- Once the sauce has turned a dark amber and has thickened to coat the back of a spoon, remove from the heat and stir in the coconut oil and vanilla extract.
- Serve the sauce warm or refrigerate in a sealed glass jar.
Notes
- The sauce keeps well refrigerated for about two weeks when stored in a sealed container.
- Use full-fat canned coconut milk for a creamy, rich consistency.
- Frequent stirring towards the end of cooking helps blend caramel bits for a smooth sauce.
- Vanilla extract and coconut oil added at the end enhance flavor and texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 184 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 184kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 25.3g | 8% |
| Protein | 0.6g | 1% |
| Fat | 9.9g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6g | 43% |
| Sodium | 30mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 24.1g | 48% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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