Homemade Salted Caramel Sauce
Looking for the best caramel to drizzle over desserts or stir into coffee? This homemade salted caramel sauce is rich, buttery, and takes just 15 minutes to make with 5 ingredients!
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 Tbsp unsalted butter sliced
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients – Slice the butter and measure out the heavy whipping cream. Having everything ready is key since caramel moves quickly.
- Use a Light-Colored Pan – A light stainless steel pan helps you monitor the sugar’s color as it caramelizes, preventing it from burning.
- Melt the Sugar – Heat a pan over medium heat and add the sugar. Using a wooden spoon or heat-safe spatula, stir continuously. The sugar will clump up—don’t worry, that’s normal!
- Watch It Turn Golden – Keep stirring as the sugar melts and transforms into a deep amber color (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add Butter Carefully – Once melted, stir in the butter. The mixture will bubble up, so be cautious!
- Incorporate the Heavy Cream – Turn off the heat but keep the pan on the stove. Slowly add the heavy whipping cream while stirring continuously.
- Finish with Vanilla & Salt – Mix in the vanilla extract and salt until fully combined.
- Cool & Store – Pour the caramel into a heat-safe glass jar and let it cool to room temperature before using or storing.
Notes
Storage Tips
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks. Reheat in the microwave or let it come to room temperature before using.
- Freezer: Store for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and warm it slightly before use.
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