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    Home » blog » Homemade Caramel Sauce

    Published: Oct 6, 2020 · Modified: Mar 3, 2021 by Kristen Massad · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

    Homemade Caramel Sauce

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    The amber color, creamy texture and rich flavor is what makes Homemade Caramel Sauce the best topping, filling or dip.  There are so many ways to enjoy caramel sauce and there is nothing better than homemade!  

    If there is one thing we all need in life, it is Homemade Caramel Sauce.  This recipe has been part of my recipe book for a very long time and has made its way into many desserts, but it really deserves the spotlight.  It is very simple to make, no candy thermometer required and can be stored in your refrigerator for several weeks to be sure you always have it on hand.  Homemade Caramel Sauce makes the most decadent filling in a cake, tart or pie, can be used for dipping apples or drizzled over ice cream.

    How To Make Homemade Caramel Sauce
    An easy recipe that will impress your family and friends, Homemade Caramel Sauce is made in one pot  and requires no candy thermometer.  Granulated sugar, water and corn syrup are the first three ingredients that are boiled down to create an amber color caramel.  Remove the pan from the stove and add in the butter and heavy cream to create a creamy and thick sauce.  Once the caramel sauce cools, it will thicken and be easy to spread or drizzle.

    How To Use and Gift Homemade Caramel Sauce 
    There are so many fun ways to enjoy caramel sauce, but one of the best is to create a caramel dipped apple board.  Choose a variety of apples, sprinkle some assorted nuts and small jars of caramel sauce and you have the perfect dessert for kids and adults.  Chocolate Caramel Tart, made with a shortbread crust and layered with caramel sauce and chocolate ganache, layered between your favorite chocolate cake, sandwiched in french macarons or  simply drizzled over a rich vanilla bean ice cream, there is no way to go wrong when adding caramel sauce to your menu.  There are so many ways to use Homemade Caramel Sauce in your own kitchen or it makes the perfect gift.  With the holidays rolling in, small jars of caramel sauce would make a great hostess gift or a quick front porch gift drop.

    Homemade Caramel Sauce Recipe Tips

    • Keep the stove temperature on medium to allow the sugar, water and corn syrup to dissolve and not boil to fast and burn
    • The shade of amber will determine how rich the caramel will be.  The lighter the color, the caramel tends to be a little sweeter and the darker the caramel, the rich flavors come through.
    • Remove the saucepan from the stove before you add the butter and cream to be sure that it doesn't continue to boil
    • Pour the hot caramel sauce in a glass jar and allow it to cool completely before closing the lid and storing in the refrigerator
    • Once the caramel sauce has been stored in the refrigerator, you will need to warm the sauce in the microwave to make it easy to spread or drizzle

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    Homemade Caramel Sauce

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    ★★★★★

    5 from 1 reviews

    • Author: kristen massad

    Ingredients

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    1 ½ Cup Granulated Sugar
    4 Tbsp Corn Syrup
    ½ Cup Water
    ½ Cup Unsalted Butter, Cubed
    ⅔ Cup Heavy Cream

    Instructions

    1. In a large saucepan, combine all the sugar, corn syrup and water
    2. Bring to a boil and cook until it become a dark amber color
    3. Remove the pan from the heat and add in the cubed butter and heavy cream
    4. Whisk until smooth and all ingredients are combined
    5. Pour the caramel into a glass jar or bowl and allow it to cool completely before using and storing

     

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    1. Linda Elliott says

      November 02, 2020 at 4:26 pm

      Hi Kristin, I’m planning to make your sauce. It looks delicious. My question is how long does it keep in jars before using? Should it be refrigerated?
      Has your mom told you how much I love your photography?
      Thanks, Linda

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      • kristen massad says

        November 05, 2020 at 10:14 pm

        Hi Linda! How are you doing? The Caramel Sauce can last 2 weeks in the refrigerator before using. Once it is made, let it cool at room temperature and then place in there refrigerator.

        Thank you so much for your kind words, I am really enjoying the photography part as well and am learning so much as I go!

        Hope all is well,
        Kristen Massad

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    2. Rachel says

      October 08, 2020 at 1:32 pm

      Wow! This was such a delicious caramel sauce, and super easy as well! I've followed Joy + Oliver for a while now, and it's such a great blog to explore! So many amazing posts and recipes, the design is great too!

      Kristen, it's been so nice getting to meet you and your family through this blog, and I'm so glad I found it!

      I gotta go now! It's time for me to make another batch of this Caramel Sauce!

      ★★★★★

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      • kristen massad says

        October 08, 2020 at 3:09 pm

        I am so thankful you have been following along for a while. I love creating recipes that you all love and will share with your family. This caramel sauce is one of those recipes that will be loved by all and enjoyed so much. My kids love licking the spoon on this one 🙂 Can't wait to hear how you love it once you make it!

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