5-Minute Caramel Sauce Recipe - How to Make the Easiest Foolproof Homemade Salted Caramel Sauce

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut cream adds richness while being dairy-free.

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a similar texture and flavor.

Heat granulated sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until melted and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Add unsalted butter to the melted sugar and stir until fully incorporated and smooth.

Slowly pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously to avoid splatters.

Continue to cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Remove from heat and stir in sea salt and vanilla extract until well combined.

Let the sauce cool before transferring to a jar.

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