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Butterscotch Sauce Recipe

Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of homemade butterscotch sauce! This decadent treat is the perfect complement to Christmas pudding, angel food cake, ice cream, and so much more. Easy to make with simple ingredients, this recipe delivers a classic flavor that will impress your family and friends. Get ready for a taste of pure butterscotch bliss!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 18 mins
Calories 1197 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Butterscotch Sauce

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How to Make Butterscotch Sauce

  1. In a 1-quart saucepan, combine 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 1 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/2 cup heavy cream, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved.
  3. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring constantly.
  4. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool completely. Stir well before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

686g

Fat

35g

Carbs

78g

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