You can whip up a delicious caramel sauce that’s sweet, buttery, and lightly salted in just 10 minutes—no candy thermometer needed!
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (room temperature)
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
INSTRUCTIONS
- Place an even layer of sugar in the bottom of the heavy saucepan.
- Heat the sugar over medium-high heat, shirring only when it begins to melt.
- The sugar will start to clump together as it melts.
- Stir the melting sugar and allow it to cook until it turns a deep amber color.
- Mix in butter until it is smooth and incorporated.
- Next, add 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoons salt, stir and remove the pan from the heat.
- Slowly add the cream, whisking until the mixture is smooth.
- Cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.
NUTRITION
Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 28mg | Potassium: 8mg | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 146IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1mg
