Ingredients:
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons (90ml) water
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.5g) sea salt (optional)
Instructions:
- In the saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Stir gently to moisten all the sugar crystals.
- Heat over medium heat, without stirring, until the mixture boils and turns a deep amber color. Swirl the pan gently if needed to ensure even coloring.
- Once the caramel reaches a deep amber color, immediately remove the saucepan from the heat.
- Carefully add the cubed butter all at once. The mixture will bubble vigorously. Stir gently with a wooden spoon until the butter is completely melted and incorporated.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly. The mixture will bubble again. Continue stirring until the caramel is smooth and uniform.
- Return the saucepan to low heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to ensure everything is fully combined.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and sea salt (if using).
- Pour the caramel sauce into a heat-proof jar or container. Let it cool to room temperature before covering and storing in the refrigerator. It will thicken as it cools.