Description
A quick and easy homemade butterscotch sauce made with simple pantry ingredients, perfect for drizzling over desserts.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the brown sugar and stir until fully dissolved and bubbling, about 2-3 minutes.
- Slowly whisk in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in the salt and vanilla extract.
- Let cool slightly before serving or transferring to a jar for storage.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stove before serving.
- Delicious over ice cream, pancakes, or apple pie.