Homemade Caramel Frosting

Indulge in the rich, buttery decadence of Homemade Caramel Frosting—a luscious topping that takes any dessert to the next level. Made with simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and heavy cream, this frosting boasts a velvety texture and an irresistible depth of flavor with a hint of vanilla. Perfectly smooth and creamy, it comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for cakes, cupcakes, or any sweet treat in need of an elegant finish. Whether spread or piped, this caramel frosting can be customized to your ideal consistency, thanks to the optional addition of extra heavy cream. Elevate your baking game with this easy-to-make frosting that turns every dessert into a masterpiece.

Nutriscore Rating: 27/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 0.25 cup heavy cream
• 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
• 2 tablespoons additional heavy cream (optional, for thinning)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the light brown sugar, heavy cream, and kosher salt to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil while stirring continuously to dissolve the sugar. Continue boiling for 1-2 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the mixture cool for 10-15 minutes.

Step 5

Once slightly cooled, pour the caramel mixture into a mixing bowl.

Step 6

Using an electric mixer, gradually beat in the sifted powdered sugar. Start on low speed to avoid splattering, then increase to medium-high speed. Beat until the frosting becomes smooth and creamy.

Step 7

If the frosting is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.

Step 8

Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or other desserts. Spread or pipe the frosting as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	653.2 grams (653.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2847

Total Fat 126.80g	163%
Saturated Fat 75.00g	375%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 342mg	114%
Sodium 253mg	11%
Total Carbohydrate 440.50g	160%
Dietary Fiber 0.00g	0%
Total Sugars 437.80g
Protein 1.60g	3%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 214mg	16%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 323mg	7%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.2%

Protein: 0.2%

Carbs: 60.6%