Decadent Sea Salt Chocolate Caramel Sauce

Ingredients

- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped

Instructions

1. Prepare the Sugar Mixture:
In a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1/4 cup of light corn syrup, and 1/4 cup of water. Stir gently to combine.

2. Cook the Sugar Mixture:
Place the saucepan on the stove over medium heat. Without stirring, let the mixture cook until it turns a deep amber color, approximately PT10M (10 minutes). Swirl the pot gently to ensure even caramelization.

3. Prepare the Heavy Cream and Butter:
While the sugar mixture is cooking, warm 1/2 cup of heavy cream and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a separate small saucepan over low heat until the butter has melted. Keep the mixture warm.

4. Combine with Caramelized Sugar:
Once the sugar mixture reaches the desired deep amber color, carefully pour the warm cream and butter mixture into the caramelized sugar. The mixture will bubble vigorously, so exercise caution. Stir continuously until fully combined.

5. Incorporate Chocolate and Sea Salt:
Remove the saucepan from heat. Add the 4 ounces of chopped bittersweet chocolate and 1 teaspoon of sea salt to the caramel sauce. Stir until chocolate is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and luxurious.

6. Cool the Sauce:
Transfer the sauce to a heat-proof container and allow it to cool slightly before serving. The sauce will thicken as it cools.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT5M
5 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT15M
15 minutes

Total Time

- PT20M
20 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dessert

Keywords

- Chocolate Caramel
- Sea Salt Dessert
- Homemade Caramel Sauce
- Chocolate Sauce Recipe
- Gourmet Dessert
- Sweet and Salty
- Chocolate Lovers
- Easy Caramel
- Decadent Sauce
- Stove-Top Recipe

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- Total: 1450 calories

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