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Salted Caramel Frosting Recipe

This salted caramel frosting is rich, creamy, and perfect for topping cakes and cupcakes.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup water
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions 

  1. In a saucepan, combine sugar and water. Cook over medium heat until sugar dissolves and turns a deep amber color.
  2. Remove from heat and carefully add heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until smooth.
  3. Let caramel cool to room temperature.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat until smooth.
  5. Add cooled caramel and beat until well combined.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 0.5g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 20mg | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.1mg

Keywords

Caramel, Frosting
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