Print

Easy Homemade Salted Caramel Sauce

A spoonful of thick, glossy salted caramel sauce drips back into a glass jar filled with the rich caramel.
Print Recipe
Save Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Make rich, thick salted caramel sauce from scratch in under 30 minutes. This recipe uses simple ingredients and provides a foolproof method for a perfect topping.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream, warmed slightly
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the granulated sugar in a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Do not stir initially.
  2. Allow the sugar to melt without stirring until it liquefies around the edges, about 5 to 7 minutes. Once it begins to melt, gently stir the sugar with a heatproof spatula until all the sugar crystals dissolve and the mixture turns a deep amber color. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  3. Remove the pan from the heat. Carefully add the butter pieces one at a time, stirring constantly until the butter is fully melted and incorporated. The mixture will bubble vigorously.
  4. Slowly pour in the warm heavy cream while whisking continuously. The mixture will bubble up again. Continue whisking until the sauce is smooth.
  5. Return the pan to low heat and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Do not let it boil rapidly.
  6. Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and sea salt until combined.
  7. Pour the finished salted caramel sauce into a heatproof jar or container. Allow it to cool completely before using. The sauce will thicken as it cools.

Notes

  • Warm the heavy cream slightly before adding it to the melted sugar and butter. Cold cream can cause the hot sugar to seize up and harden.
  • If the caramel hardens after adding the cream, return the pan to low heat and stir gently until the hardened bits dissolve back into the sauce.
  • Store this homemade caramel sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://frostedfancies.com/easy-homemade-salted-caramel-sauce/