Best 7 Homemade Salted Caramel Recipes

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Homemade salted caramel is a delectable treat that can elevate any dessert or snack to a gourmet level. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting in the kitchen, creating your own salted caramel is a rewarding experience that will impress your friends and family. With a few simple ingredients and a little patience, you can craft a rich, buttery, and perfectly balanced salted caramel sauce that will have you reaching for seconds. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate homemade salted caramel.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SALTED CARAMEL RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: sugar, butter, double cream, sea salt

Provided by Ellie Holland

Categories     Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

200 g sugar
½ cup butter
½ cup double cream
½ teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, gently melt the sugar over a low-medium heat, swirling the pan consistently until it reaches a golden amber colour.
  • Stir in the butter until melted.
  • Stir in the double cream and allow to boil for 1 minute.
  • Stir in the sea salt and then remove from the heat.
  • Allow to cool before pouring in a clean, sterilized jar.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
  • Nutrition Calories: 1459 Fat: 166 grams Carbs: 8 grams Fiber: 0 grams Sugars: 9 grams Protein: 5 grams
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Carbohydrate 0 grams, Fat 35 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 1 gram

HOW TO MAKE THE BEST HOMEMADE SALTED CARAMELS



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These salted caramels are soft, chewy and perfectly melt away in your mouth. Before starting to make our salted caramels recipe it is best to be sure you have all equipment ready and ingredients measured out. This caramels recipe has been inspired and adapted from Jacques Pépin's book, "Chez Jacques: Traditions and Rituals of a Cook."

Provided by Adam and Joanne Gallagher

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield Makes approximately 40 caramels

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter (1 stick)
1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream or heavy whipping cream (36-40% butterfat content)
3 tablespoons water
1/4 cup (60 ml) light corn syrup
1 cup (200 grams) sugar
1/2 teaspoon course or flaked sea salt

Steps:

  • Lightly oil a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan then measure and cut a piece of parchment paper that will fit inside the pan and come up the sides by at least 1 inch. Next, lightly oil the parchment paper and place into the pan. Set the pan aside.
  • Cut butter into 8 pieces then combine with heavy cream in a small microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes until hot and butter has melted. Set aside, we will use this later.
  • In a small saucepan combine the water and corn syrup. Then, add the sugar, but try your best not to splatter the sugar up the sides of the pan. Now, use a spoon to gently stir the sugar into the water and corn syrup, just moistening the sugar.
  • Heat over medium heat until the sugar has come to a boil. Then, cover with a lid for 1 minute. This adds steam/moisture to the pan, so any sugar that may have stuck to the sides of the pan melts and falls back into the boiling sugar.
  • Remove lid then attach a candy thermometer to the side of the saucepan. Then, cook sugar for 5 to 10 minutes, until the sugar reaches a temperature of 320 degrees F. At this temperature, the sugar will take on a light amber color around the edges of the pan.
  • The moment the sugar reaches 320 degrees F, carefully pour about a sixth of the butter and cream mixture then stir, using the base of the candy thermometer to incorporate it. Repeat with the remaining cream and butter (adding a sixth of it at a time then stirring). The sugar will bubble violently as you add the butter and cream - so do this carefully and slowly to prevent the mixture from bubbling over the sides of the saucepan.
  • By adding the cream and butter, the temperature will drop. Now, continue cooking for another 5 to 10 minutes, until the caramel reaches a temperature of 240 degrees F. This will create a soft caramel, if you want slightly harder caramels, bring the temperature closer to 245 degrees F.
  • The moment the caramel reaches your desired temperature, pour into the prepared loaf pan. Cool 20 to 30 minutes then scatter the salt over the caramel. Then, let the caramel cool 3 1/2 hours.
  • Unmold the caramel. If the caramel is too soft to work with, place into the refrigerator 30 to 45 minutes to firm up. Then, use a large sharp knife to cut into your desired shape. We like to cut into 1-inch by 1/2-inch rectangles.
  • Wrap caramels in plastic wrap or waxed paper and enjoy immediately, or you can refrigerate or freeze for enjoying later.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 caramel, Calories 56, Protein 0 g, Carbohydrate 7 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 7 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 10 mg

HOMEMADE SALTED CARAMEL SAUCE



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This is an easy and yummy salted caramel sauce. Perfect for topping any dessert.

Provided by dawnbahrenfuss

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

Time 20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup white sugar
½ cup water
¾ cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon sea salt (such as Maldon®)

Steps:

  • Pour sugar and water into a small saucepan; swirl gently to combine. Heat over medium-low heat until little bubbles form on the side. Increase heat to high and boil until sugar turns amber, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat and carefully whisk in heavy cream. Add butter and salt, stirring to combine. Pour caramel into a glass container; let cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 21 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 114.8 mg, Sugar 12.5 g

HOMEMADE SALTED CARAMEL RECIPE



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Made from only 4 simple ingredients, this homemade caramel is salty, sweet, and irresistibly buttery. No candy thermometer required and the possibilities for serving are endless. (Though just a spoon is acceptable!) Use caution as the cooking caramel may splatter. Stand back and wear kitchen gloves if desired. Review recipe notes prior to beginning.

Provided by Sally

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup (200g) granulated sugar (make sure it's labeled "pure cane")*
6 Tablespoons (90g) salted butter, room temperature cut up into 6 pieces
1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream, at room temperature
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat granulated sugar in a medium heavy-duty saucepan (avoid using non-stick) over medium heat, stirring constantly with a high heat resistant rubber spatula or wooden spoon. Sugar will form clumps and eventually melt into a thick brown, amber-colored liquid as you continue to stir. Be careful not to burn it.
  • Once sugar is completely melted, immediately stir in the butter until melted and combined. Be careful in this step because the caramel will bubble rapidly when the butter is added. If you notice the butter separating or if the sugar clumps up, remove from heat and vigorously whisk to combine it again. (If you're nervous for splatter, wear kitchen gloves. Keep whisking until it comes back together, even if it takes 3-4 minutes. It will eventually- just keep whisking. Return to heat when it's combined again.)
  • After the butter has melted and combined with the caramelized sugar, stir constantly as you very slowly pour in the heavy cream. Since the heavy cream is colder than the hot caramel, the mixture will rapidly bubble when added. After all the heavy cream has been added, stop stirring and allow to boil for 1 minute. It will rise in the pan as it boils.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the salt. Allow to slightly cool down before using. Caramel thickens as it cools.
  • Cover tightly and store for up to 1 month in the refrigerator. Caramel solidifies in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove to desired consistency. See "What is the Texture of This Salted Caramel?" above.

SALTED CARAMEL SAUCE



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It may be blasphemy to say that hot fudge isn't the ultimate warm ice cream topping, but after tasting this amazing salted caramel sauce, that's exactly what I'm suggesting.

Provided by Chef John

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

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup white sugar
5 tablespoons butter, cut into slices
½ cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
1 pinch sea salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place sugar in a heavy-bottomed saucepan set over medium-high heat. Stir continuously until sugar begins to melt. Continue stirring until the sugar melts completely, begins to darken and all the chunks are dissolved, about 10 minutes. Stop stirring and continue to cook until the sugar begins to smoke and turns a dark shade of amber, 3 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat and wait 30 seconds.
  • Whisk in butter until melted and combined. Slowly pour in 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon cream, taking care because it can bubble over. Sprinkle in salt and stir to combine. Transfer sauce to a jar and cool completely before refrigerating.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.9 calories, Carbohydrate 25.4 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 13 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 97.1 mg, Sugar 25 g

BOBBY FLAY'S SALTED CARAMEL SAUCE



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Make a batch of this sauce before guests come to dinner, keep it warm in the oven while they eat, then spoon it over vanilla ice cream for dessert: That's a win. Or make it in the morning and pair it with pancakes. Mr. Flay, the voluble chef and television star, pairs it with double-chocolate pancakes. That is a very serious business.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     breakfast, brunch, sauces and gravies, dessert

Time 20m

Yield About 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan set over medium-high heat, combine the sugar with 1/4 cup cold water and stir to combine. Cook, without stirring, until the sugar has turned a deep amber hue, approximately 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, warm the cream in a small saucepan. When the caramel is ready, slowly whisk in the warm cream and continue simmering the mixture until it is smooth, another 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat, then whisk in the butter, and then the salt, to taste. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 463, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 68 grams, Fat 22 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 269 milligrams, Sugar 68 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SALTED CARAMELS



Salted Caramels image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Spread dulce de leche on small butter crackers. Sandwich with vanilla ice cream.

Tips:

  • To make the perfect salted caramel, use high-quality ingredients. Good butter, cream, and sugar will make a big difference in the final product.
  • Cook the caramel slowly and carefully. Don't rush the process, or you'll end up with burnt caramel.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent the caramel from scorching.
  • Add the salt to the caramel at the end of the cooking process. This will help to prevent the salt from crystallizing.
  • If you want a thicker caramel, cook it for a few minutes longer. If you want a thinner caramel, add a little bit of cream or milk.
  • Store the caramel in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Salted caramel is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of desserts and drinks. It's easy to make at home, and with a few simple tips, you can make the perfect salted caramel every time. Whether you're using it as a topping for ice cream, a filling for cakes or tarts, or a sauce for dipping apples, salted caramel is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give this homemade salted caramel recipe a try.

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