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Homemade Caramel Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into pieces
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Pinch of salt optional

Instructions

  1. Melt the sugar: Place the sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Let it sit until it starts to melt around the edges, then gently stir with a heatproof spatula. Keep stirring as it turns into a smooth, amber liquid.
  2. Add the butter: Once the sugar has fully melted and darkened slightly, add the butter pieces. The mixture will bubble quickly, so be careful. Stir until the butter melts completely.
  3. Pour in the cream: Slowly add the heavy cream while stirring. The caramel will bubble again. Keep stirring until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
  4. Finish and cool: Remove from heat and add a pinch of salt if you want a salted caramel flavour. Let the caramel cool for 15 to 20 minutes before using.