This Brown Sugar Caramel Sauce is a rich, velvety-smooth sauce with a deep caramel flavor, made with brown sugar for an extra touch of warmth and sweetness. Perfect for drizzling over ice cream, cakes, or pancakes, or simply enjoying with a spoon!
Ingredients:
– 1 cup packed brown sugar (light or dark)
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional, for added depth of flavor)
Directions:
Step 1: Melt the Brown Sugar and Butter
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar and butter. Stir continuously until the butter is melted and the sugar is fully dissolved, creating a smooth syrup.
Step 2: Add the Heavy Cream
Once the sugar and butter are combined, carefully add the heavy cream to the saucepan. The mixture may bubble up a little, so be cautious. Stir constantly as the cream incorporates into the sauce.
Step 3: Simmer the Sauce
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently. The sauce should thicken slightly. If you want a thicker sauce, cook it a bit longer, but be careful not to overcook it.
Step 4: Stir in Vanilla and Salt
Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt (if using). This will enhance the flavor and add a bit of balance to the sweetness.
Step 5: Cool and Serve
Let the sauce cool slightly before serving. It will continue to thicken as it cools. Drizzle it over desserts like ice cream, brownies, or apple pie, or use it as a sweet addition to your favorite drinks.
Step 6: Storage
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. To reheat, warm it in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or on the stovetop over low heat, stirring occasionally.
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes
Kcal: 150 kcal | Servings: 8 servings
Brown Sugar Caramel Sauce
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
This Brown Sugar Caramel Sauce is a rich, velvety sauce with a deep, warm caramel flavor. Made with brown sugar, butter, and heavy cream, it’s perfect for drizzling over ice cream, cakes, pancakes, or simply enjoying on its own. Easy to make and irresistible!
Ingredients
- 1 cup packed brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional, for added depth of flavor)
Instructions
- Melt the Brown Sugar and Butter:
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar and butter. Stir continuously until the butter is melted and the sugar has fully dissolved into a smooth syrup. - Add the Heavy Cream:
Carefully add the heavy cream to the saucepan. The mixture may bubble up, so stir constantly to incorporate the cream into the sauce. - Simmer the Sauce:
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently. The sauce will thicken slightly. For a thicker sauce, cook longer, but avoid overcooking. - Stir in Vanilla and Salt:
Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt (if using) to enhance the flavor and balance the sweetness. - Cool and Serve:
Let the sauce cool slightly before serving. It will continue to thicken as it cools. Drizzle over desserts like ice cream, brownies, or pancakes. - Storage:
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Reheat by microwaving for 20-30 seconds or warming over low heat on the stovetop.
Notes
- If you prefer a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar.
- The sauce thickens as it cools, so make sure to reheat it before using if it becomes too thick.
- Add the optional salt for a more complex flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Topping
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American