Best 7 My Favorite Caramel Frosting Recipes

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Discover the delightful art of creating the perfect caramel frosting, a culinary masterpiece that transforms ordinary desserts into extraordinary creations. Whether you seek a luscious topping for cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, or an irresistible filling for pastries and tarts, this versatile frosting will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. With its rich, buttery flavor, smooth texture, and golden-brown hue, caramel frosting adds a touch of elegance and indulgence to any dessert. Embrace the journey of crafting this delectable frosting and elevate your baking skills to new heights.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CARAMEL FROSTING



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This frosting recipe was the one my Grandma used on top of her oatmeal cake, spice cake, and banana nut cake. I also like it on a yellow or white cake. You do have to use at once because this does stiffen as it cools.

Provided by rlt11_NMC

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Buttercream

Time 16m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup butter
2 cups packed brown sugar
½ cup milk
6 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat; stir in brown sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook until thickened, about 1 minute. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  • Whisk milk into the saucepan until mixture is smooth.
  • Beat 3 cups confectioners' sugar and salt into the butter mixture with an electric mixer on low speed. Add remaining confectioners' sugar 1 cup at a time, beating until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 13.8 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 45.6 mg, Sugar 32.5 g

CARAMEL FROSTING I



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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

2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons milk
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 cup confectioners' sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

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



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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

3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup 2% milk
Dash salt
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar

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.

CARAMEL FROSTING



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This fluffy caramel frosting is simply the best. Thick and fluffy with a delicious caramel flavor and a hint of salt - it packs a punch on cakes and cupcakes.

Provided by Fiona Dowling

Categories     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter (cut into small pieces)
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1/2 cup salted caramel ((you will not need all the caramel you made))
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1 1/2 - 2 cups powdered sugar
1-2 tablespoons cream (or milk)

Steps:

  • Add the sugar to a medium-sized, heavy bottom saucepan over medium heat.
  • Gently stir the mixture. The sugar will first form clumps. Continue stirring.
  • As you stir the mixture the clumps will eventually melt and it will turn into a dark amber colored sauce.
  • Carefully add in the chopped batter while whisking with a metal whisk.
  • Once the butter is totally melted, whisk in the creamy. Make sure to constantly whisk the mixture.
  • Remove from the heat and whisk until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
  • Cool fully. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
  • In a large bowl, beat the butter until softened.
  • Beat in 1/2 cup fully cooled caramel sauce (you will need to measure out 1/2 cup of the caramel sauce you made - you will not need all the caramel you made), vanilla extract and salt.
  • Beat in 1 1/2 cup powdered sugar, starting with the mixer on low speed.
  • If needed beat in the rest of the sugar, if needed, for thicker, sweeter frosting. If your frosting seems a little too thick, beat in the cream 1 tablespoon at a time.
  • Decorate cakes or cupcakes using a piping bag or a knife.
  • Optionally drizzle with additional salted caramel.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 kcal, Carbohydrate 41 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Sodium 85 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 34 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MY FAVORITE CARAMEL FROSTING



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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

3 cups sugar, divided
3/4 cup milk
1 egg, beaten
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup butter, cut up

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.

HOMEMADE CARAMEL FROSTING



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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

1/2 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup milk
2 cups powdered sugar

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.

CREAMY CARAMEL FROSTING



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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

1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup 2% milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 to 3 cups confectioners' sugar

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.

Tips:

  • For best results, use unsalted butter and bring it to room temperature before creaming it with the sugar.
  • If you don't have light corn syrup, you can substitute an equal amount of honey or maple syrup.
  • To make the frosting extra smooth, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve before using.
  • For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
  • If the frosting is too thick, add a little bit of milk or cream until it reaches the desired consistency.
  • If the frosting is too thin, add a little bit of powdered sugar until it reaches the desired consistency.
  • Caramel frosting can be used to frost cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and other desserts.
  • Caramel frosting can also be used as a filling for cakes, pies, and other pastries.

Conclusion:

Caramel frosting is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used to add a touch of sweetness and richness to a variety of desserts. It is easy to make and can be customized to suit your own taste. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced baker, caramel frosting is a great option for your next dessert recipe.

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