Salted Caramel Sauce Recipe- Perfect for ice cream!
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This salted caramel sauce is a must-have for any dessert recipe! Made with only five ingredients and in under 10 minutes!
I am a sucker for caramel. It makes everything better, in my opinion. This simple sauce, or caramel topping recipe, is a staple in any recipe box!
One thing I super love? This salted caramel sauce is made without cream! I opted for half and half which produced a smooth and creamy texture. You’ll never notice it is missing! Did I mention you only need five ingredients? Most of them are already in your refrigerator or pantry!
Homemade Salted Caramel Sauce Ingredients:
- Brown sugar
- Half and half
- Butter
- Vanilla extract
- Fleur De Sel or finishing salt
No half and half? No problem! You can substitute with heavy cream.
I do want to mention one thing… This recipe gets flavor from the vanilla and butter. Make sure to use quality ingredients! None of the imitation versions.
How to make caramel sauce:
- Combine brown sugar, half-and-half, and butter in a sauce pan. Cook on medium low heat, whisking the entire time, for 6 minutes or until it slightly thickens.
- Stir in the vanilla and salt.
- Turn off the heat and let it cool slightly.
What to use salted caramel sauce on:
We use this on EVERYTHING. Well, within reason. Here are a few of our favorites:
- Brownies
- Ice Cream
- Donuts
- Cake Filling
- Cake Drizzle
- Cookie Topping
- Pancakes
- French Toast
- Cheesecake
Like this recipe? You will love my:
- Salted Caramel Cheesecake Bars
- Homemade Salted Caramel Candies
- Caramel Apple Pie
- Microwave Caramel Popcorn
Salted Caramel Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup half-and-half
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1½ teaspoon fleur de sel
Instructions
- Combine the brown sugar, half-and-half, and butter in a sauce pan. Cook on medium low heat, whisking the entire time, for 6 minutes or until it slightly thickens. Stir in the vanilla and salt.
- Turn off the heat and let it cool slightly.
Equipment
Nutrition
The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.
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Hello. Can I use whipping cream instead of half and half? I can’t find it where I live.
Thank you.
I have never tried it with whipping cream, so I can’t say for sure, but I would assume the answer is yes.
what won’t this be good on?! yum!
Nom nom nom… this looks so good! I’ve always struggled with caramel sauce, as I frequently burn it. Any hints?
Practice. I have been really really bad at caramels, but this one is fairly easy.
I’m definitely pinning so I can make this for the next special occasion dinner I make! My dad recently had a salted caramel sundae, and he said “I think it could do without the salt.”
I just looked at him. He clearly doesn’t get it.
Thanks for sharing!
This looks yummy. I will be trying it. I have never heard of this store either. I may have to stop in there after our class with you.
There is one pretty close. I’d be happy to make a trip over there with you! They have some great stuff.
Mmm this looks so good! I made a salted caramel apple pie last Thanksgiving, and definitely want to try a salted caramel sauce on ice cream and other treats! What is fleur de sel? And where can I by it!
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I found mine at Harmons. They have a specialty salt section I guess. Or you can get it from Amazon.
and I use it for a lot of stuff. It’s great to keep in your pantry!
I don’t think I’ve ever had salted carmel, but it sure looks delightful!
we HAVE to change that! I’ll take you to get a salted caramel from somewhere!