Description
Brown Sugar Caramel Frosting is the perfect indulgent topping for all your desserts. This easy-to-make frosting boasts a rich caramel flavor derived from a delightful blend of brown sugar and butter. It’s incredibly versatile, making it an ideal choice for cakes, cupcakes, brownies, or even as a sweet dip for fruits. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just want to elevate your everyday desserts, this homemade frosting will leave everyone asking for seconds. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this creamy delight and transform your treats into something truly special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 to 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat until liquid.
- Stir in the brown sugar until fully dissolved.
- Add milk and combine thoroughly.
- Increase heat to medium and bring to a gentle boil for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Beat in 2 cups of powdered sugar until smooth; add more if needed for thickness.
- Mix in the vanilla extract until well blended.
- Spread on desserts immediately while still spreadable.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg