Homemade Salted Caramel Sauce
Deliciously rich and indulgent homemade salted caramel sauce that only requires 5 ingredients to make!
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 1596kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup (120ml) water
- 1 cup (200g) caster/granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (240ml) double/heavy cream room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, add the water, sugar, and salt. Bring to the boil, stirring constantly to dissolve the sugar.
- Turn the heat down to medium and allow the mixture to come to a rich, deep amber colour without stirring. Instead, swirl the pan around occasionally to make sure the mixture caramelizes evenly. (This can take a while. Be patient, and don't be tempted to turn up the heat!)
- Remove from the heat and gradually pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly until combined. Be careful, the caramel will bubble vigorously whilst adding the cream. Stir in the vanilla.
- Pour the caramel into a heat-proof jar and allow to cool completely before using.
Notes
Caramel sauce will thicken as it cools, and when refrigerated. This caramel can be stored in a jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Warm up to reach desired consistency before use.
Avoid doubling or tripling this recipe. Make in batches instead.