Simple Caramel Sauce

Simple Caramel Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Place sugar, water, and lemon juice into a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan. Stir to combine. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved.
  • Raise the heat and continue to cook, without stirring, until the syrup comes to a boil. Wash down the sides of the pan with a pastry brush dipped in water to prevent crystallization.
  • Allow the syrup to boil, gently swirling the pan a few times until the mixture has turned the color of light to medium brewed tea.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and carefully pour in the cream. The caramel will bubble up, so use caution.
  • Add the vanilla and whisk the caramel over low heat until the mixture is smooth.
  • Note: You can store the caramel sauce in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to three weeks. It can be microwaved to warm and thin it out.

Notes

Makes about 1 cup