DESSERTLOVER'S CLASSIC CARAMEL SAUCE

Dessertlover's Classic Caramel Sauce image

This is your basic caramel sauce, nothing fancy. In my opinion, a good starter recipe to maybe change to your liking afterwards.

Provided by Karin Martinez

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Dessert Sauce Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

⅓ cup water
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 ¼ cups heavy cream
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt

Steps:

Bring the water, sugar, and butter to a simmer in a saucepan over medium heat. Do not stir the mixture until the sugar has completely dissolved in the water. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the caramel has turned golden brown, 5 to 10 minutes.
Carefully pour in a slow, steady stream of cream into the caramel while stirring constantly. The hot caramel will boil vigorously when the cream is added and solidify in areas. Add the vanilla extract and salt. Continue stirring over low heat until the caramel is smooth and creamy, 5 to 10 minutes more. Allow to cool for at least half an hour before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.3 g, Cholesterol 29.3 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 7.4 mg, Sugar 18.8 g