Description
Learn how to make the perfect homemade salted caramel sauce with this easy recipe. This rich, buttery caramel with a touch of salt is perfect for drizzling over ice cream, dipping apples, or adding to your favorite baked goods.
Ingredients
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For the Salted Caramel Sauce:
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 6 Tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, at room temperature and sliced into 6 pieces
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Heat the Sugar: Heat granulated sugar in a medium stainless steel saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until melted and amber-colored.
- Add Butter: Stir in the butter until melted and combined, being cautious of rapid bubbling.
- Pour in Cream: Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring constantly, allowing it to boil for 1 minute.
- Finish with Salt: Remove from heat, stir in salt, and let cool slightly before using.
- Storage: Store tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 month, reheating as needed.
Notes
- Make sure to use pure cane granulated sugar for best results.
- Room-temperature cream is recommended for smoother incorporation.
- Adjust salt to taste preference if using flaky varieties.
- Avoid doubling the recipe for optimal caramel texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
