Description
This homemade butterscotch sauce is a rich, creamy, and decadent topping perfect for desserts like ice cream, cakes, and puddings. Made with simple ingredients including unsalted butter, dark brown sugar, heavy cream, and a hint of vanilla, it comes together quickly on the stovetop for a luscious finish that elevates any sweet treat.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup dark brown sugar
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp large-flake salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter slowly to ensure it doesn’t burn or separate.
- Add Sugar, Salt, and Cream: Gradually add the dark brown sugar, large-flake salt, and heavy cream to the melted butter, stirring constantly for a smooth blend.
- Simmer Sauce: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring continuously and scraping down the sides of the pan occasionally to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Finish with Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in the vanilla extract to blend the flavors evenly.
- Cool the Sauce: Transfer the butterscotch sauce to a heatproof container and allow it to cool completely before serving or storing. This thickens the sauce to a perfect consistency.
Notes
- Use dark brown sugar for a deeper, richer butterscotch flavor.
- Stir constantly during simmering to prevent the sauce from scorching or crystallizing.
- Allow the sauce to cool completely to thicken properly before using.
- Store leftover sauce in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Warm gently before using.
- This sauce pairs excellently with ice cream, pancakes, waffles, and baked goods.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
