Rich Caramel Sauce Recipe

Indulge in this decadent, creamy caramel sauce—a taste sensation your guests will rave about! This classic recipe, adapted from an old lhj magazine, boasts a rich, buttery flavor that's perfect for drizzling over ice cream, cakes, or even your favorite cookies. Easy to make in under 20 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 17 mins
Calories 1334.9 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.0 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Rich Caramel Sauce

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How to Make Rich Caramel Sauce

  1. Melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 cup of granulated sugar and cook, stirring constantly with a heat-resistant spatula, until the sugar is completely melted and the mixture turns a deep amber color. This will take approximately 4-6 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  3. Carefully remove the saucepan from the heat. The mixture will be very hot!
  4. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup of heavy cream in a slow, steady stream. Be cautious as the mixture will bubble vigorously.
  5. Return the saucepan to medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving over your favorite dessert.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

533g

Fat

280g

Carbs

45g