Ingredients:

  • 1 cup granulated white sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature and cubed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream, room temperature
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Pour the granulated sugar into your saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Swirl the pan occasionally without stirring until the sugar melts into a deep mahogany hue. Note: Stirring too early can cause crystals.
  3. Lower the heat to low and stir in the cubed butter.
  4. Stir continuously until the butter is completely melted and combined.
  5. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking.
  6. Let the mixture simmer for 1 minute until it thickens.
  7. Remove the pan from the heat.
  8. Stir in the sea salt and vanilla extract until the Caramel Sauce is glossy and smooth.