Ingredients
Caramel Sauce Ingredients
- 1/2 cup salted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Sugar: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the salted butter and brown sugar slowly. Keep the heat low to avoid boiling and ensure the sugar dissolves gradually, creating a smooth base.
- Add Condensed Milk and Corn Syrup: Stir in the sweetened condensed milk and corn syrup carefully, integrating the ingredients without overheating.
- Whisk and Thicken: Whisk the mixture gently and continuously as it thickens, scraping the saucepan sides to prevent sticking. The sauce will develop a glossy and smooth consistency during this process.
- Remove and Cool: Once the caramel has thickened to a rich texture, take the saucepan off the heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly before handling.
- Store and Chill: Pour the caramel sauce into a jar or container and refrigerate it to thicken further. When chilled, the sauce will be perfect for drizzling over your favorite dishes.
Notes
- Use low heat to prevent the caramel from burning, which can cause bitterness.
- Stir constantly once you add the condensed milk and corn syrup to avoid lumps and burning.
- Store the caramel sauce in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- Reheat gently before using if the sauce becomes too thick after refrigeration.
- For a deeper flavor, you can add a pinch of sea salt to make salted caramel.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
