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a spoonful of butterscotch sauce.

EASY Butterscotch Sauce

Prep Time: 0 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Yields: 1 ¼ cups (300ml) sauce
Calories: 168kcal
Author: Shinee
This easy butterscotch sauce is made with just 4 ingredients in less than 15 minutes. Lusciously rich and velvety smooth, this sweet sauce pairs well with just about anything!
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup (200 g) packed brown sugar Note 1
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon coarse kosher salt

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Instructions

  • In a medium (at least 2.5 qt) saucepan, combine heavy cream and brown sugar. Bring it to a simmer over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
  • Once the sugar is melted, continue to cook it for about 10 minutes, whisking frequently.
  • Add vanilla extract and salt. Taste and make sure you’re happy with the flavor. Add more vanilla extract or salt, if needed. The sauce thickens as it cools.

Notes

Note 1: Either light or dark brown sugar works. However, I prefer dark brown sugar for its deeper flavor and dark brown sauce.
Storing Tips:
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Store homemade butterscotch in a jar sealed with a lid or an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks!
- Warm in the microwave for 30 seconds or so, then drizzle on your favorite desserts.

Nutrition

Servings: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 168kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 9g
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 129mg