Description
This Salted Caramel Cake Filling is a rich, buttery layer that transforms any dessert into something unforgettable. Perfect for quick breakfast pastries, easy dinner party cakes, or as a healthy snack drizzle alternative, this easy recipe is a must-have in your collection of food ideas. Whether you’re layering it into a cake or spooning it over pancakes, it adds an irresistible sweet-salty depth. Ideal for breakfast ideas, dinner ideas, or just an indulgent treat.
Ingredients
1 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon flaky sea salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat granulated sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until fully melted and amber in color.
2. Carefully add unsalted butter to the melted sugar; stir until fully combined.
3. Remove from heat and slowly add heavy cream while stirring. It will bubble up; continue stirring until smooth.
4. Stir in flaky sea salt and optional vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly.
5. Let the caramel cool for 10–15 minutes until it thickens to a spreadable consistency. Use or store.
Notes
Use room temperature butter and cream to prevent the caramel from seizing.
Let the caramel cool fully before layering into cakes to avoid melting.
For a firmer filling, refrigerate the caramel for 20–30 minutes before use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: salted caramel, cake filling, easy recipe, dessert, sweet-salty