Name: Caramel Frosting Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup brown sugar; 1/2 cup butter; 1/4 cup milk; 2 cups powdered sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract

Caramel Frosting Recipe

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This homemade caramel frosting is rich, buttery, and smooth, making it the perfect topping for cakes and cupcakes. Made with caramelized sugar and butter, this frosting adds a deep, sweet flavor to any dessert.

Author: Sophie
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 1.5 cups (enough for 12 cupcakes or a 9-inch cake) 1x
Category: Frosting & Icing
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup milk
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and stir in brown sugar. Cook until bubbly.
Add milk and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Gradually whisk in powdered sugar until smooth.
Stir in vanilla extract and beat until creamy.
Use immediately to frost cakes or cupcakes.

Notes

If frosting hardens, reheat slightly and stir.
Add a pinch of salt for a salted caramel version.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tbsp
Calories: 140
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 40mg

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