Delicious Homemade Salted Caramel Sauce Recipe

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Delicious Homemade Salted Caramel Sauce Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 13, 2024

Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of homemade salted caramel sauce with this simple recipe. This versatile sauce can be drizzled over ice cream, cakes, pies, or used as a dip for fruit. Impress your family and friends with this luxurious treat.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream, room temperature
  • 1 tsp sea salt

Directions

  1. Heat granulated sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until it melts and turns amber in color.
  2. Add butter to the melted sugar and stir until completely melted and combined.
  3. Slowly pour in the heavy cream and continue stirring until the mixture is smooth.
  4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the sea salt.
  5. Let the caramel sauce cool for a few minutes before transferring it to a jar or container for storage.
  6. Serve warm or at room temperature over your favorite dessert.

Interesting Facts

  • Caramel comes from melting sugar until it reaches a deep amber color, giving it a rich flavor profile.
  • Adding sea salt to caramel enhances the sweetness and balances the richness of the sauce.
  • Caramel sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.