Turtle Ice Cream Sauce Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Turtle Ice Cream Sauce, a creamy blend of chocolate and caramel perfection! Inspired by a classic Country Woman Magazine recipe (1998), this easy-to-make sauce elevates any ice cream sundae or dessert. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 510.9 kcal
Protein 9g
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 Turtle Ice Cream Sauce

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How to Make Turtle Ice Cream Sauce

  1. In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine the unwrapped caramels, butter, evaporated milk, heavy cream, semi-sweet chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and salt.
  2. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the caramels are completely melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy. This will take approximately 10-15 minutes.
  3. Reduce heat to low.
  4. Using an electric hand mixer on medium speed, beat in the vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Continue beating on medium speed for 2 minutes, until the sauce is slightly thickened.
  6. Increase the mixer speed to high and beat for another minute for a smoother consistency.
  7. Remove from heat and let the sauce cool completely for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.
  8. Pour the cooled Turtle Ice Cream Sauce into airtight glass or plastic food storage containers.
  9. Refrigerate until ready to use. The sauce will thicken further as it chills.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

194g

Fat

93g

Carbs

19g