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
- 1-1/2 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.
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Comments & Reviews
Hala says
Hello. Can I use whipping cream instead of half and half? I can’t find it where I live.
Thank you.
Jesseca says
I have never tried it with whipping cream, so I can’t say for sure, but I would assume the answer is yes.
the cape on the corner says
what won’t this be good on?! yum!
Emily says
Nom nom nom… this looks so good! I’ve always struggled with caramel sauce, as I frequently burn it. Any hints?
Jesseca says
Practice. I have been really really bad at caramels, but this one is fairly easy.
Wendy @ ABCs and Garden Peas says
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!
Kathleen Clegg says
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.
Jesseca says
There is one pretty close. I’d be happy to make a trip over there with you! They have some great stuff.
Aimee @ Like Mother Like Daughter says
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!
Aimee @ Like Mother Like Daughter says
buy**
Jesseca says
I found mine at Harmons. They have a specialty salt section I guess. Or you can get it from Amazon.
Jesseca says
and I use it for a lot of stuff. It’s great to keep in your pantry!
Yvonne says
I don’t think I’ve ever had salted carmel, but it sure looks delightful!
Jesseca says
we HAVE to change that! I’ll take you to get a salted caramel from somewhere!