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Homemade Salted Caramel Sauce

This rich and creamy homemade salted caramel sauce is a perfect addition to desserts, elevating them with its sweet and salty flavor.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Dessert, Easy
Servings: 10 servings

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • ½ cup Butter Use high-quality butter for best results.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Packed tightly in the measuring cup.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.

Instructions

  • Step 1: Prepare Your Ingredients - Gather all the ingredients and tools you need: a saucepan, a whisk, and a heatproof jar for storing your sauce later.
  • Step 2: Melt the Butter - In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir occasionally.
  • Step 3: Add the Brown Sugar - Once the butter is melted, add the light brown sugar and stir continuously until it comes to a gentle boil.
  • Step 4: Combine and Stir - Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking vigorously until well combined and smooth.
  • Step 5: Season with Salt - Remove from heat and stir in the salt. Adjust saltiness to your preference.
  • Step 6: Cool and Store - Let the sauce cool before transferring it to a heatproof jar. Store in the refrigerator.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Heatproof Jar

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Reheat before use.