Best 7 Caramel Chomeur Recipes

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Caramel chomeur, also known as pouding chômeur, is a classic French-Canadian dessert that combines the sweetness of caramel with the soft, fluffy texture of a cake. This upside-down cake, with its rich caramel sauce enveloping a light and airy sponge cake, is a comforting and nostalgic treat that evokes memories of home and family. Whether you're a seasoned baker looking for a new dessert to impress your friends or a home cook seeking a simple yet delicious recipe, this article will guide you through the steps of creating the perfect caramel chomeur.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY CARAMEL SAUCE



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For an easy go-to caramel sauce, try Ree Drummond's recipe, perfect over ice cream or pie, from The Pioneer Woman on Food Network.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 packed cup brown sugar
1/2 cup half-and-half
4 tablespoons butter
Pinch salt
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Mix the brown sugar, half-and-half, butter and salt in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook while whisking gently for 5 to 7 minutes, until it gets thicker. Add the vanilla and cook another minute to thicken further. Turn off the heat, cool slightly and pour the sauce into a jar. Refrigerate until cold.

POUDING CHôMEUR



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Pouding chômeur--or "pudding of the unemployed"--is a sweet, sticky cake from Quebec, Canada. It originated during the Depression as an easy and cost-effective dessert using pantry ingredients. Originally, you would make a simple sauce with brown sugar, flour and water, spread it on the bottom of a baking dish and then top it with a vanilla cake batter. Once the economy picked up, maple syrup was introduced into the sauce and it quickly became a key ingredient. The result is a super moist cake that you serve warm, sauce-side up, preferably with a dollop of whipped cream and some fresh berries.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan
1 cup pure maple syrup
1 cup heavy cream
Kosher salt
1/2 cup sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/4 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note)
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
Whipped cream and fresh berries, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 9-inch square baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Put the maple syrup, cream and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan and set over medium-high heat, whisking to combine. Bring to a boil and cook until reduced slightly, about 1 minute, then pour into the prepared baking dish.
  • Meanwhile, beat the sugar and butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed, scraping down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed, until light and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the milk, vanilla and eggs, then beat again on medium-high speed until smooth. Whisk together the flour, baking powder and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl to combine. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, then beat on medium speed until just combined and no lumps remain.
  • Dollop the cake batter on top of the maple sauce in an even layer. It's okay if some of the sauce is still visible once all the batter has been added.
  • Bake until the sauce is slowly bubbling at the edges, the top of the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 24 to 27 minutes. Cool 5 minutes, then cut into squares and serve warm, sauce-side up, topped with a dollop of whipped cream and some fresh berries if using.

CARAMELS



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I have used this recipe for almost 41 years, and have yet to have any bad batches. My grandson loves 'em!

Provided by Barbara

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups white sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup corn syrup
1 cup evaporated milk
1 pint heavy whipping cream
1 cup butter
1 ¼ teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Grease a 12x15 inch pan.
  • In a medium-size pot, combine sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, evaporated milk, whipping cream, and butter. Monitor the heat of the mixture with a candy thermometer while stirring. When the thermometer reaches 250 degrees F (120 degrees C) remove the pot from the heat.
  • Stir in vanilla. Transfer mixture to the prepared pan and let the mixture cool completely. When cooled cut the Carmel into small squares and wrap them in wax paper for storage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 30.4 mg, Sugar 10.7 g

CARAMEL CHOMEUR



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Provided by Mimi Hebert

Categories     Cake     Dairy     Dessert     Bake     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/4 cups whole milk
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 cup all purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups (packed) golden brown sugar
2 tablespoons chilled unsalted butter, diced
Vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine 1/2 cup milk, melted butter and vanilla in small bowl. Whisk flour, baking powder and salt in medium bowl to blend. Using electric mixer, beat eggs and 1/4 cup sugar in large bowl until thick and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Alternately beat flour mixture into egg mixture in 3 additions and milk mixture in 2 additions, beating well after each addition. Set batter aside.
  • Combine 3/4 cup milk, brown sugar and diced butter in 8-inch-diameter ceramic soufflé dish. Spoon cake batter over brown sugar mixture in soufflé dish. Bake until tester inserted into center of cake comes out clean and syrup is bubbling at edges, about 40 minutes. Serve hot with vanilla ice cream.

OH-SO-EASY CARAMEL SAUCE



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This is a rich, sweet caramel sauce that can be made at the last minute that is great on bread pudding, gingerbread, apple pie, chopped apples, ice cream, and anything else you want to put it on.

Provided by BARB MAXWELL

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Dessert Sauce Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup butter
¼ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Bring brown sugar, butter, and milk to a gentle boil and cook until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat; add vanilla extract.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Cholesterol 31.1 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 92.6 mg, Sugar 27.1 g

BASIC CARAMEL



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Keep an eye on your pan; the best indicator of doneness is appearance, not time. Just before the syrup reaches the shade you desire, remove it from the heat; the caramel will continue to cook for a few more seconds.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 1

2 cups sugar

Steps:

  • Pour 1/2 cup water into a medium (2- to 3-quart) heavy-bottom saucepan. Add sugar. Cook over medium heat, gently stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved and syrup is clear.
  • Continue to cook, without stirring, until the syrup comes to a boil, washing down the sides of the pan with a wet pastry brush two or three times to prevent crystals from forming. Let syrup boil, gently swirling pan occasionally, until medium amber. Remove from heat.

CARAMEL SYRUP



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The recipe for this delicious caramel syrup, which is a great addition to caramel cake, is courtesy of Dr. Maya Angelou and can be found in her new cookbook, "Hallelujah."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes enough for one 8-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 1

1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Heat sugar and 1 cup water in a heavy-bottomed saucepan. Place over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and comes to a boil. Continue cooking, brushing down the sides of the pan with a wet pastry brush but without stirring, until mixture becomes golden amber in color.
  • Immediately remove from heat and add 1 cup water. Return to heat and continue stirring until mixture becomes liquid. Transfer to a heatproof container and let cool completely before using.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all the ingredients and tools you need. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling later on.
  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients you use, the better your caramel chomeur will taste. Look for fresh, ripe fruit and high-quality butter and flour.
  • Don't overcook the caramel: The caramel should be cooked until it is a deep amber color, but not so dark that it is bitter. Keep a close eye on it and remove it from the heat as soon as it reaches the desired color.
  • Let the cake cool completely before serving: This will allow the caramel to set and the cake to firm up.

Conclusion:

Caramel chomeur is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover bread or fruit, and it can be customized to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a caramel chomeur that is sure to impress your friends and family.

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