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Thick Caramel Sauce: Rich, Buttery, and Foolproof

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Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter

  • 2 cups packed dark brown sugar

  • 1 cup light corn syrup

  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

  • 4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat.

  2. Add brown sugar; stir until dissolved.

  3. Mix in corn syrup and sweetened condensed milk; bring to gentle boil.

  4. Simmer 5–7 minutes until thick and smooth (225°F on thermometer).

  5. Remove from heat; stir in cream and vanilla until combined.

  6. Cool completely before storing in jar or serving warm.

Notes

This caramel stays thick, glossy, and utterly irresistible—perfect for every dessert craving.