What’s better than caramel? Caramel with a brûlée twist! This Homemade Caramel Brûlée Sauce is the ultimate indulgence, bringing together the rich, buttery goodness of classic caramel with a hint of creamy sophistication. Whether you’re looking to elevate your morning coffee, drizzle it over a stack of pancakes, or top off a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this sauce adds a decadent touch to any dish. Made with just a few simple ingredients and a little patience, it’s surprisingly easy to whip up and tastes far better than anything store-bought. Ready to add a little luxury to your treats? Let’s get started!
Homemade Caramel Brûlée Sauce
Indulge in the rich, creamy decadence of this Homemade Caramel Brûlée Sauce! Perfectly smooth and bursting with buttery caramel flavor, this versatile sauce is ideal for drizzling over desserts, stirring into coffee, or using as a topping for pancakes and waffles. With just a handful of ingredients, including cream, sugar, and a touch of vanilla, this easy-to-make sauce will elevate any treat to a luxurious dessert. Whether you’re adding it to your holiday favorites or enjoying it year-round, this caramel brûlée sauce is a must-have in your recipe collection!
Ingredients
- 1 C Granulated Sugar
- 1/4 C Hot Water
- 6 Tbsp Salted Butter
- 1/2 C Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1 tsp Vanilla
- pinch Salt
Instructions
- start off by adding 1 cup of white sugar to a pot
- toast the sugar on medium heat until it because an amber color + lower the heat and add in 1/4 cup hot water (if you use cold water the sugar will seize and crystallize) – if there are some crystals you can add in an additional 1/4 cup hot water
- once the sugar is melted add in 6 tosp salted butter and mix until the butter is melted
- remove the sauce from the heat and add in 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt
- mix and pour into a container
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Notes
the sauce will thicken as it cools
sauce should be good for at least 2-3 weeks if not more!
