Caramel Crunch Ice Cream Topping Recipe

Elevate your ice cream game with this addictive Caramel Crunch Topping! A surprisingly simple recipe with a delightful crunch from crispy rice cereal (not the baby kind!), this sauce is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Sweet caramel, crunchy almonds, and satisfying cereal combine for an unforgettable topping experience.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 13 mins
Calories 1314 kcal
Protein 21g
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Ingredients for Caramel Crunch Ice Cream Topping

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How to Make Caramel Crunch Ice Cream Topping

  1. Melt 1/4 cup (57g) of butter in a medium skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 1/2 cup (60g) of slivered almonds. Cook and stir for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown.
  3. Pour in 1/2 cup (100g) of light corn syrup, 1/2 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar, and 1/4 cup (60ml) of water.
  4. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes bubbly (about 4 minutes).
  5. Remove from heat and immediately stir in 2 cups (50g) of crispy rice cereal.
  6. Serve immediately over your favorite ice cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

30 g

Sugar

417g

Fat

155g

Carbs

58g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Caramel Crunch Ice Cream Topping?

Caramel Crunch Ice Cream Topping takes about 18 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 13 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Caramel Crunch Ice Cream Topping?

Caramel Crunch Ice Cream Topping has approximately 1314 calories per serving, with about 21 g protein, 58 g carbohydrates and 108 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Caramel Crunch Ice Cream Topping?

The key ingredients for Caramel Crunch Ice Cream Topping are Butter, Almonds, Light Corn Syrup, Brown Sugar, Water, Crisp Rice Cereal. See the full list with measurements above.

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