Description
Silky caramel frosting elevates ordinary cakes into sweet sensations of pure indulgence. Creamy layers of rich butterscotch notes will dance across palates, promising delightful moments of blissful comfort you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (200 g) packed brown sugar (light or dark)
- ½ cup (1 stick / 115 g) unsalted butter
- 2 cups (250 g) powdered sugar, sifted
Liquid and Flavor Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 ml) whole milk or heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare a medium saucepan and place it over medium heat. Gently melt the butter until it becomes fully liquid and golden.
- Introduce brown sugar to the melted butter, stirring continuously to create a harmonious blend. Allow the mixture to develop bubbles and become frothy.
- Reduce the heat to low, transforming the butter and sugar into a caramel base. Maintain constant stirring to prevent scorching, simmering for approximately two minutes until the texture becomes smooth and consistent.
- Carefully remove the saucepan from the heat source. Slowly incorporate milk or heavy cream, whisking meticulously to ensure a seamless integration without lumps.
- Return the pan to low heat, coaxing the mixture into a gentle boil. Once achieved, immediately remove from heat and allow the caramel to rest and slightly cool.
- Infuse the mixture with vanilla extract, stirring to distribute the aromatic flavor throughout the caramel base.
- Transfer the warm caramel to a mixing bowl. Gradually introduce sifted powdered sugar, beginning with a low mixer speed to prevent sugar clouds.
- Incrementally increase the mixer speed to medium, whipping the frosting until it achieves a luxurious, fluffy consistency with a silky smooth appearance.
- Assess the frosting’s texture, making delicate adjustments. If too dense, introduce milk sparingly; if too thin, fold in additional powdered sugar until the ideal spreading consistency emerges.
- Apply immediately to your desired baked creation, understanding the frosting will naturally firm as it cools to room temperature.
Notes
- Select high-quality butter for a rich, deep caramel flavor that enhances the overall taste of the frosting.
- Constantly stir the butter and brown sugar mixture to prevent burning and ensure a smooth, even caramel base.
- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to distribute heat evenly and prevent scorching during the caramel-making process.
- Sift powdered sugar beforehand to eliminate lumps and create a silky-smooth frosting texture.
- Adjust the consistency by adding milk or powdered sugar gradually, ensuring the perfect spreadable consistency.
- Allow the caramel mixture to cool slightly before adding powdered sugar to prevent potential graininess.
- Store leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, letting it come to room temperature before reusing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 146
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 35 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg