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My Favorite Caramel Sauce Recipe

My Favorite Caramel Sauce Recipe Recipe

A smooth, buttery homemade caramel sauce perfect for desserts, drinks, and gifting.

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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Melt sugar over medium heat until amber.
  2. Whisk in butter carefully until smooth.
  3. Slowly add warm cream while stirring.
  4. Add salt and vanilla; simmer briefly.
  5. Cool slightly and store in a jar.

Notes

  • Caramel thickens as it cools.
  • Reheat gently for smooth pouring.