🍯 Decadent Salted Caramel
Introduction
Salted caramel is a rich, buttery sauce made by melting sugar and finishing it with cream, butter, and a touch of Sea salt. The balance of sweet and salty creates a luxurious flavor perfect for desserts, coffee drinks, and pastries.
Ingredients
1 cup granulated Sugar
6 tablespoons Butter, cut into pieces
½ cup Heavy cream (room temperature)
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon Sea salt (adjust to taste)
Optional Additions
1 tablespoon honey for deeper flavor
Extra sea salt for garnish
A pinch of cinnamon for warmth
Instructions
- Melt the Sugar
Place the sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously with a heat-resistant spatula or whisk until the sugar melts and turns a deep amber color. - Add the Butter
Carefully add the butter and whisk until completely melted. The mixture will bubble rapidly. - Add the Cream
Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking constantly. Continue stirring until smooth. - Simmer
Let the caramel simmer for 1 minute to thicken slightly. - Flavor
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and sea salt. - Cool
Allow the caramel to cool for 10–15 minutes. It will thicken as it cools. - Store
Transfer to a clean jar and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Tips for Perfect Caramel
Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent burning.
Don’t stop stirring once the sugar starts melting.
Warm the cream slightly before adding to avoid clumping.
Ways to Use Salted Caramel
Drizzle over ice cream or pancakes
Fill cakes and cupcakes
Stir into coffee or lattes
Pour over brownies or cheesecake
Nutritional Information (Approx. per tablespoon)
Calories: 95
Fat: 6 g
Carbohydrates: 10 g
Sugar: 10 g