Homemade Caramel Sauce Recipe

In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, add the granulated sugar. Stir constantly with a heat-resistant spatula or wooden spoon.

The sugar will clump before melting—this is normal. Once melted, keep stirring until it turns a deep amber color.

Be careful—it can go from perfect to burnt quickly.

Add the butter cubes all at once. It will bubble up vigorously—stir until fully melted and combined.

Remove from heat and slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring. The mixture will bubble again—stir until smooth.

Stir in salt for a salted caramel twist and vanilla for extra depth.

Let it cool before transferring to a glass jar. It thickens as it cools.