Description
Sweet Southern charm meets delectable “old-fashioned caramel icing” in this classic dessert topper that whispers nostalgic memories. Creamy, rich layers of caramel perfection will delight bakers seeking an authentic homemade treat you cannot resist.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
Finishing Ingredient:
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Heat sugar in a medium saucepan over medium temperature, continuously stirring until it transforms into a rich amber hue, approximately 5-7 minutes. Monitor closely to prevent burning.
- After sugar melts completely and appears glossy, incorporate butter. Whisk thoroughly until butter dissolves and integrates seamlessly, roughly 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually stream heavy cream into the mixture while maintaining constant stirring. Expect vigorous bubbling; persist in stirring until the texture becomes uniform and silky.
- Immediately remove the saucepan from heat source and fold in vanilla extract and a delicate sprinkle of salt, ensuring comprehensive integration.
- Allow caramel to rest and slightly cool for optimal spreading consistency, preparing to drizzle over preferred cake or dessert surface.
Notes
- Stir continuously while melting sugar to prevent burning and ensure even caramelization.
- Use a light-colored saucepan to easily monitor the sugar’s color change during caramelization.
- Add cream slowly and carefully to prevent hot sugar from splattering and causing burns.
- Cool caramel slightly before spreading to achieve the perfect consistency for coating desserts.
- Prep Time: 0 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 222
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 64 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Cholesterol: 34 mg