Classic Caramel Sauce Recipe

Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of our Classic Caramel Sauce! This easy-to-make recipe takes just 10 minutes and transforms ordinary treats into extraordinary delights. Drizzle it over popcorn for a sweet and salty crunch, dip apples or bananas for a decadent treat, or pour it over your favorite ice cream for the ultimate dessert topping. Get ready to experience caramel perfection!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 448.9 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Classic Caramel Sauce

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How to Make Classic Caramel Sauce

  1. Combine granulated sugar and water in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Do not stir.
  2. Cook, swirling the pan occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and turns a deep amber color (about 5-7 minutes). Be careful not to burn the sugar.
  3. Carefully pour in the heavy cream (it will bubble up vigorously!), whisking constantly until smooth.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the butter, salt, and vanilla extract until completely incorporated.
  5. Pour the caramel sauce into a heatproof container and let it cool completely before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

199g

Fat

88g

Carbs

16g