Slow Cooker Salted Caramel Sauce
Introduction
Slow Cooker Salted Caramel Sauce is a rich, buttery, and indulgent treat made effortlessly with minimal hands-on time.
Using your slow cooker allows the sugar to caramelize gently without constant stirring, making this recipe perfect
for beginners and seasoned cooks alike. Drizzled over desserts or stirred into drinks, this sauce adds a luxurious
touch to any sweet moment.
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- ½ cup heavy cream (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ teaspoon sea salt (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Add the granulated sugar to the bottom of your slow cooker, spreading it evenly.
- Place the butter pieces on top of the sugar.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 1½–2 hours, until the sugar has melted and turned a deep amber color.
- Carefully stir the mixture until smooth.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring (be cautious—it may bubble).
- Cover again and cook on LOW for 30 minutes.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and sea salt until fully combined.
- Let the caramel cool slightly before transferring to a jar or serving.
Description
This salted caramel sauce is silky smooth with a perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness.
The slow cooker method produces a deep, complex caramel flavor without burning, while the cream
and butter create a luscious, pourable texture that thickens beautifully as it cools.
Tips
- Use room-temperature cream to prevent the caramel from seizing.
- For a deeper flavor, cook the sugar a little longer, watching closely.
- Store leftovers in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
Correction (Common Mistakes & Fixes)
- Caramel too thick: Stir in a tablespoon of warm cream until smooth.
- Grainy texture: The sugar may not have fully melted—continue cooking and stir gently.
- Too salty: Add a bit more cream or a teaspoon of sugar to balance the flavor.
Enjoy
Enjoy this Slow Cooker Salted Caramel Sauce drizzled over ice cream, pancakes, waffles, brownies,
apple slices, or stirred into coffee and hot chocolate. One spoonful, and it’s pure comfort in every bite.
