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Easy 10-Minute Homemade Salted Caramel Sauce

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Make rich, buttery salted caramel sauce quickly on the stovetop. This recipe requires only four pantry staples and no candy thermometer, making it perfect for drizzling over desserts or enjoying as a sweet topping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream, warmed slightly
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, plus more for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Place the sugar in a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Do not stir initially.
  2. Allow the sugar to melt completely, swirling the pan occasionally to ensure even melting. This takes about 5 to 8 minutes. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  3. Once the sugar is fully melted and has turned a deep amber color, remove the pan from the heat.
  4. Carefully add the butter pieces to the melted sugar. Whisk constantly until the butter is fully melted and incorporated. The mixture will bubble vigorously.
  5. Slowly pour in the warm heavy cream while whisking continuously. The mixture will bubble up again. Continue whisking until the sauce is smooth.
  6. Return the pan to low heat and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
  7. Stir in the 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt.
  8. Pour the caramel sauce into a heatproof jar. Sprinkle a little extra sea salt on top while it is still warm. Let it cool completely before using.

Notes

  • Warm the heavy cream slightly before adding it to the melted sugar to prevent the caramel from seizing up too hard.
  • This sauce thickens significantly as it cools. If it becomes too thick later, reheat it gently on the stovetop or in the microwave for a few seconds.
  • Use this rich caramel glaze over ice cream, brownies, or coffee drinks.

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