Name: Caramel Frosting Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter; 1 cup brown sugar, packed; 1/4 cup milk; 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted; 1 tsp vanilla extract

Caramel Frosting Recipe

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This homemade caramel frosting is rich, smooth, and full of deep caramel flavor. Made with butter, brown sugar, and cream, it's the perfect topping for cakes, cupcakes, and more. A simple yet delicious recipe for any dessert lover!

Author: Jessica
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 2 cups
Category: Frosting
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup milk
2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
1 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and stir in brown sugar. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Add milk and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Gradually beat in powdered sugar until smooth.
Stir in vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
Use immediately to frost cakes or cupcakes.

Notes

If frosting thickens too much, add a little more milk to reach desired consistency.
Let frosting cool slightly before spreading to avoid melting the cake.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tbsp
Calories: 120
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 20mg

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