5-minute Salted Caramel
This 5-minute Salted Caramel is a game-changer! Rich, buttery, and perfectly balanced, it elevates any dessert in no time.
Ingredients
- 113 g Unsalted butter cubed, at room temperature
- 200 g Packed brown sugar
- 59 ml Milk whole or non-dairy
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- Kosher salt or sea salt to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the cubed unsalted butter. Allow it to melt completely, stirring occasionally to ensure it doesn’t brown.
- Once the butter is melted, add the packed brown sugar. Stir continuously until the sugar is fully incorporated and the mixture starts to bubble.
- Carefully add the milk to the saucepan. Be cautious as the mixture may bubble up. Stir until everything is well blended and smooth.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of kosher or sea salt. Taste and adjust the salt level to your preference.
- Pour the warm salted caramel into a heatproof container and let it cool. It will thicken as it cools. Once cooled, store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Heatproof container
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use plant-based butter and non-dairy milk.
- Adjust the sweetness by slightly reducing the brown sugar.
- Add espresso powder or bourbon for a flavor twist!
- Experiment with different types of salts for unique variations.