Caramel frosting, known for its rich, buttery, and sweet flavor, is a delightful topping that can elevate any dessert to the next level. With its smooth and velvety texture, caramel frosting adds a touch of decadence to cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more. Whether you prefer a classic caramel frosting or one with a twist, there are endless variations to suit your taste buds. From simple recipes that use a few pantry staples to more elaborate ones that incorporate unique ingredients, the perfect caramel frosting is just a few steps away. So, prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we explore a collection of the best caramel frosting recipes that will satisfy your sweet cravings and leave your taste buds wanting more.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
CARAMEL FROSTING I
I have had this recipe for over 30 years. Cream may be substituted for the milk for added richness.
Provided by MaryKaye
Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings
Time 15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, and mix in 3 tablespoons milk and brown sugar. Boil vigorously for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat, and beat in 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar. Cool slightly, and beat in the vanilla and remaining 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar. Add more milk if the mixture is too thick.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.1 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Cholesterol 5.4 mg, Fat 2 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 17.9 mg, Sugar 18.9 g
CARAMEL FROSTING V
This is my mother-in-laws recipe. She was a fantastic country cook!
Provided by Carol
Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a medium, heavy saucepan, bring the brown sugar and cream to a rolling boil; boil 1 minute. Add baking soda; boil 1 more minute. Remove from heat. Add butter, but do not stir yet. Let the mixture cool.
- Beat well. Stir in pecans if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.7 calories, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 47.5 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 125 mg, Sugar 36.8 g
CARAMEL FROSTING
Creamy caramel frosting puts the crowning touch on spiced cupcakes and other scrumptious flavors. Our Test Kitchen's recipe is rich with spreadable goodness.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield 1-1/3 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter, milk and salt. Cook and stir over low heat until sugar is dissolved. , Increase heat to medium. Do not stir. Cook for 3-6 minutes or until bubbles form in center and syrup turns amber in color. Transfer to a small bowl; cool to room temperature., Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until frosting achieves spreading consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 54mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
HOMEMADE CARAMEL FROSTING
This is the BEST, buttery caramel frosting. It comes from my great aunt and she always used it on top of her chocolate zucchini cake. YUM!
Provided by mrsteacher22
Categories Dessert
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Melt butter in a pan.
- Add brown sugar and boil for two minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add milk and stir until mixture boils, remove and cool.
- Pour into mixing bowl and add powdered sugar a little bit at a time.
- Beat well after each addition of powdered sugar.
MY FAVORITE CARAMEL FROSTING
Got this recipe from my grandmother. It can be alittle tricky to make if you don't pay attention to the temp. but, it's great.
Provided by KittyKitty
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 2 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup sugar in a heavy saucepan; place over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until sugar melts and syrup is light golden brown.The sugar will start to clump, this is normal, just keep stirring.
- Combine reamaining 2 1/2 cups sugar, milk, beaten egg, and salt, stirring well, stir in the butter. Stir mixture into carmelized sugar, the mixture will lump again, just keep stirring.
- Cook over medium heat stirring frequently, until a candy thermometer registers at 230F, this takes about 15-20 minutes, but don't rely on the time! Check the thermometer!)Cool mixture 5 minutes.
- Beat mixture with a WOODEN spoon to almost spreading consistency. The mixture will cool and thicken quickly at this point. Spread on a cooled cake.
CREAMY CARAMEL FROSTING
I love this creamy caramel frosting, which is an ideal compliment for spice cupcakes. The recipe originated with my grandmother.-Virginia Breitmeyer, Greensboro Bend, Vermont
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield about 2-1/4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter and milk; bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Cool to lukewarm. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until frosting achieves spreading consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 29mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
CARAMEL FROSTING
This recipe for caramel frosting, which goes with Dr. Maya Angelou's caramel cake, 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 5
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat until nut-brown in color, about 8 minutes. Remove pan from heat and pour butter into a bowl, leaving any burned sediment behind; let cool.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add confectioners' sugar, vanilla, salt, and butter. With the mixer on low, slowly add cream; beat until smooth. If frosting seems too thick, stir another tablespoon cream into the mixture.
CARAMEL BUTTERCREAM FROSTING
Caramel is surprisingly easy to make and imparts a rich, delicious flavor to this buttercream frosting. Use it to decorate our Caramel Layer Cake or Caramel Chiffon Cake.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cake Recipes Fillings & Frostings Buttercream Frosting Recipes
Yield Makes 7 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Prepare an ice-water bath. In a medium saucepan, bring 1 1/4 cups sugar and 1/2 cup water to a boil, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Brush down sides of pan with a damp pastry brush, and cook, without stirring, until dark amber. Immediately dip bottom of pan in ice-water bath to stop the cooking. Gradually stir in cream until completely smooth.
- Combine remaining 1 cup sugar, egg whites, and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer set over (not in) a pot of simmering water. Whisk constantly until sugar has dissolved, and mixture is warm and feels completely smooth when rubbed between fingertips. Transfer bowl to mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form and bottom of bowl is cool to the touch, about 10 minutes.
- Add butter, 2 tablespoons at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Reduce speed to low and slowly beat in caramel until incorporated. Increase speed to high (mixture will look curdled) and continue beating until smooth, about 3 minutes. Switch to paddle attachment and beat on low, 2 minutes more. Use immediately, or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate up to 3 days. Before using, return to room temperature and beat until smooth.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. This means using real butter, pure vanilla extract, and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Don't overcook the caramel. Overcooked caramel will be too thick and dark. Cook it until it reaches a light amber color and has a slightly smoky smell.
- Let the caramel cool completely before frosting the cake. Otherwise, the frosting will be too thin and runny.
- If the frosting is too thick, add a little milk or cream. If it's too thin, add a little more powdered sugar.
- Use the frosting immediately. Caramel frosting doesn't keep well, so it's best to use it right away.
Conclusion:
Caramel frosting is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used on a variety of cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts. It's easy to make, and with a few simple tips, you can create a perfect caramel frosting every time.
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