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Amaretto Butterscotch Sauce Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Amaretto Butterscotch Sauce – a decadent twist on a classic! Rich, buttery, and subtly nutty, this easy-to-make sauce takes just minutes to prepare and elevates any dessert. Imagine its smooth, luxurious texture drizzled over vanilla ice cream, or used as a decadent topping for cakes and pastries. For a hazelnut variation, try substituting hazelnuts and Frangelico for the almonds and Amaretto – equally delicious!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 203 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Amaretto Butterscotch Sauce

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How to Make Amaretto Butterscotch Sauce

  1. Melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup sliced almonds and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown (about 3-5 minutes).
  2. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup light corn syrup, and 1 cup heavy cream to the saucepan.
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring almost constantly, until the sugar dissolves and the sauce slightly thickens (about 3-5 minutes).
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup Amaretto liqueur. Let cool slightly before serving.
  5. Serve warm over vanilla ice cream, cakes, brownies, or your favorite dessert.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

89g

Fat

18g

Carbs

10g

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