Dessertlover's Classic Caramel Sauce
Serves: 6
Mckayla Mann
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
47
Spice
42
Sweetness
48
Sourness
39
mins
Prep time (avg)
5.6
Difficulty
Ingredients:
1 cup
Water1.5 cups
White Sugar2 tbsps
Unsalted Butter1.25 cups
Heavy Cream1 tsp
Vanilla Extract1 pinch
SaltDirections:
1
Bring the water, sugar, and butter to a simmer in a saucepan over medium heat
2
Do not stir the mixture until the sugar has completely dissolved in the water
3
Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the caramel has turned golden brown, 5 to 10 minutes
4
Carefully pour in a slow, steady stream of cream into the caramel while stirring constantly
5
The hot caramel will boil vigorously when the cream is added and solidify in areas
6
Add the vanilla extract and salt
7
Continue stirring over low heat until the caramel is smooth and creamy, 5 to 10 minutes more
8
Allow to cool for at least half an hour before using