Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Burger DiveSalted Caramel Recipe

Salted Caramel Recipe

Inspired by The Burger Dive
Time20m
Serves12

Make Salted Caramel Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all the ingredients: granulated sugar, unsalted butter, heavy cream, and sea salt. Measure them out and have them ready to use.

Cooking

  1. 2

    Melt the Sugar

    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the granulated sugar. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula as the sugar begins to melt.

  2. 3

    Continue to Cook

    Keep stirring the sugar until it completely melts and turns a deep amber color. Be careful not to burn it; this should take about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 4

    Add Butter

    Once the sugar is melted and has reached the right color, carefully add the unsalted butter. The mixture will bubble vigorously, so be cautious. Stir until the butter has fully melted and combined.

  4. 5

    Incorporate Heavy Cream

    Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring. The mixture will bubble again, but continue to stir until smooth. This should take about 2 minutes.

  5. 6

    Add Sea Salt

    Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the sea salt. Adjust the salt to taste if desired.

  6. 7

    Cool and Store

    Allow the salted caramel to cool for a few minutes in the saucepan before transferring it to a glass jar or container. It will thicken as it cools.

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