Homemade Caramel Sauce
Caramel goes well with so many things and makes an incredible holiday gift. This homemade version is delicious and simple to create!
Servings: 3 cups
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon rum (optional)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter cold
Instructions
- Place sugar and corn syrup in a 4-5 quart kettle and place over medium-high heat. Let the sugar begin to melt. The sugar will liquefy around the edge of the kettle. Begin to stir constantly to ensure the sugar melts evenly. Stir until the sugar is completely melted and dark amber in color. Remove from the heat.2 cups granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- Slowly stir in heavy cream in small amounts. The caramel will bubble vigorously, but continue adding cream until it is incorporated and the caramel is smooth.1 cup heavy cream
- Add the vanilla extract and rum, if using. Then add the cold butter and stir slowly to bring down the temperature of the caramel. Stir until completely smooth.2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon rum (optional), 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Pour into an airtight jar and store in the refrigerator.
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Notes
Caramel will harden when it's in the refrigerator. To use, bring to room temperature or heat slowly in the microwave.
Nutrition
Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 58kcal