3 Ingredient Caramel Sauce
Serves 16
5 mins prep
15 mins cook
20 mins total
Master this easy 3 Ingredient Caramel Sauce for a rich, buttery topping that elevates everything from ice cream to coffee to apples.
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Add granulated sugar to a stainless steel saucepan.
NOTE: Do not use non-stick, ceramic, or cast iron saucepans because it alters how the caramel turns out.
Heat the sugar over medium heat and continuously stir using a silicone spatula until clumps begin to form.
Once clumps form they will start melting, keep on stirring.
When the clumps melt into a thick and amber colored liquid you can move onto the next step. This takes 8 to 10 minutes.
Carefully add in the chunks of butter while whisking.
Continue vigorously whisking until the butter is fully incorporated. This takes 3 to 4 minutes.
NOTE: Be careful of splattering butter, it is very hot.
Carefully and slowly pour in the heavy whipping cream while whisking.
Once the heavy whipping cream is incorporated stop whisking and allow the caramel to boil for 1 minutes, or until the temperature reaches [wprm-temperature value="220" unit="F"].
Remove from heat and allow it to slightly cool before pouring into a glass jar.
NOTE: Caramel thickens as it cools so don't worry if it seems thin.
Store the homemade caramel sauce in the refrigerator. It will solidify in the refrigerator. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave before use.
