Description
This Easy Butterscotch Sauce is rich, buttery, and perfect for drizzling over ice cream, pancakes, cakes, and more. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this smooth and creamy sauce comes together in minutes and adds a warm, caramel-like flavor to your favorite desserts!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (1 stick / 115 g) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (200 g) brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Instructions
🍳 Make the Butterscotch Sauce:
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Melt the Butter:
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
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Add Sugar and Cream:
- Stir in brown sugar and heavy cream.
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Cook and Stir:
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
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Add Vanilla and Salt:
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
🍯 Cool and Store:
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Cool Slightly:
- Allow the sauce to cool for a few minutes before serving.
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Store the Sauce:
- Transfer to a jar or airtight container.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
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Reheat:
- Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions:
- Over Ice Cream: Drizzle warm butterscotch sauce over vanilla ice cream for a classic treat.
- On Pancakes or Waffles: Replace syrup with this rich sauce for a decadent breakfast.
- For Desserts: Use as a topping for brownies, cheesecake, apple pie, or bread pudding.
- As a Dip: Serve with fresh fruit or cookies for a fun dessert platter.
Notes
- Make It Boozy: Add 1 tablespoon of bourbon or dark rum for a grown-up twist.
- Adjust Consistency: For a thicker sauce, simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes. For a thinner sauce, add a bit more cream.
- Salted Butterscotch: Use salted butter and reduce the added salt for a rich, salty-sweet flavor.