Thick Caramel Sauce

Recipe Details

• Author: deesviral
• Category: Sauces / Dessert Topping
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: About 2.5 cups

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter (do not substitute)
• 2 cups packed dark brown sugar
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 4 tablespoons whipping cream
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)

Instructions

1. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Stir in the dark brown sugar and corn syrup. Mix well and bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly.
3. Once boiling, add the sweetened condensed milk. Continue to cook and stir for 5–7 minutes until thickened slightly.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the whipping cream, vanilla, and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy.
5. Let cool slightly before serving. It will thicken more as it cools.

Storage Tips

• Refrigerate: Store in a jar or airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
• To Reheat: Warm gently in a saucepan or microwave before serving.

Serving Ideas

• Drizzle over vanilla ice cream, brownies, or pancakes.
• Use as a filling in cakes or swirl into cheesecake batter.
• Add a spoonful to coffee or hot chocolate for a caramel twist.