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
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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

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Rich Caramel Sauce?

Rich Caramel Sauce takes about 22 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 17 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Rich Caramel Sauce?

Rich Caramel Sauce has approximately 1334.9 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 45 g carbohydrates and 137 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Rich Caramel Sauce?

The key ingredients for Rich Caramel Sauce are Butter, Sugar, Heavy Cream. See the full list with measurements above.

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