If you’re a caramel lover, there are plenty of creative ways to use this delicious treat in baking. From chocolate butterscotch caramel bars to Ree Drummond’s popular brownie recipe, plenty of treats will satisfy your sweet tooth!
Caramel sauce is an excellent addition to any dessert, whether drizzling over ice cream or serving as a dip for apples. This easy homemade caramel sauce is gooey, gooey, and salty-sweet!
Chocolate Caramel Cake
Chocolate Caramel Cake is one of the most decadent cakes you can make. It has a layer of salted caramel sauce, topped with a chocolate cream cheese whipped cream frosting.
It’s a perfect dessert to bring to any party or event. Plus, it’s easy to make, and it looks stunning! You can even make it ahead of time.
Caramel Apple Cheesecake
Like the best caramels in Purple Mountain Taffy, caramel comes in many forms, from the hard-wrapped candies grandmas carry to the sweet sauces Starbucks uses to make its caramel macchiatos.
To create a delicious caramel sauce, cook the sugar until it melts into a liquid, then add butter and cream to form a creamy consistency. If the sugar gets stuck to the sides of the pan, use a hand to swirl it around. This helps prevent crystallization.
Caramel Peanut Butter Cups
Caramels are easy to make at home and can be used in various desserts. These recipes are great for multiple occasions, including holiday parties and gift-giving.
This caramel peanut butter cup recipe is a fun and easy way to add a touch of salted caramel to your favorite peanut butter treat. It is also the perfect way to use leftover caramel sauce from other recipes.
Caramel Brownies
Caramels are one of the ultimate dessert flavors. They can be used in cake, ice cream, and even a dipping sauce for fresh fruit or vegetables.
These caramel brownies start with a German chocolate cake mix but are topped with gooey caramel. The combination is a match made in heaven! This recipe is super easy and sure to be a hit.
Caramel-Chocolate Truffles
Rather than using the classic chocolate truffles, these Caramel Truffles are made with homemade caramel sauce. This gives the truffles depth and a delicious smoky-sweet flavor.
Heat a few tablespoons of caramel sauce and pour over 8 ounces of finely chopped dark chocolate to make them. Stir to combine and let cool.
Caramel-Banana Bread
Caramel-Banana Bread is a great way to take your favorite banana bread to the next level. The caramel icing adds a sweet and salty flavor that’s sure to please.
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and butter a 9×5-inch loaf pan. Line the pan with parchment paper to make it easier to unmold.
Caramel Pecan Pie
Replacing the corn syrup in a traditional pecan pie with caramel sauce adds even more flavor to this recipe. It’s a nutty, chewy, deeply caramelized dessert that you and your family will love.
It’s also easy to make and doesn’t require a candy thermometer. The homemade caramel sauce is sweet and rich. It’s perfect for drizzling over ice cream or topping on this caramel pecan pie!
Caramel Popcorn
Caramel popcorn is a great treat to make during the holidays. It is easy to make, delicious, or dressed with chocolate and nuts.
The caramel is made with brown sugar, butter, and corn syrup. It boils quickly, then is stirred in baking soda and vanilla. This creates a foamy texture that helps the caramel get more air, lightening its color and bit.
Caramel-Salmon Glaze
Caramel sauce is a staple in many sweets, but it is easy to elevate with simple tricks. Heat is the key to creating caramel, which starts with melted sugar that then browns and changes color as it cooks.
This creamy salted caramel recipe is vegan and doesn’t use butter or heavy cream, but it’s still a dreamy dessert. It’s sure to be a hit with all your caramel lovers!
Caramel-Banana Ice Cream
Caramel is the ultimate sweet treat. It’s delicious on ice cream, coffee, or cakes and cookies!
Here’s a simple way to make caramel soft serve: throw frozen bananas in the blender with milk or liquid. It turns into a smooth, creamy texture, ready to eat immediately! Or, you can chill it for 30 minutes before serving.
