Old Fashioned Caramel

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Old Fashioned Caramel is a rich, buttery dessert with a deep caramel flavor, perfect for those who enjoy classic sweets and indulgent treats. Its smooth texture and warm taste make it a comforting favorite.

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Ingredients

  • 3 eggs
  • 1 3/8 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. Separate the eggs, placing the whites aside for another use.
  2. In a saucepan, melt 3/4 cup of sugar until it turns a golden brown color.
  3. Combine the remaining ingredients: egg yolks, sugar, flour, milk, salt, butter, and vanilla, and mix well.
  4. Add the mixture to the caramelized sugar in the saucepan.
  5. Stir over low heat until the mixture thickens and is thoroughly cooked.
  6. Pour into serving dishes and allow to cool before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

617 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.5g 13% DV
Total Fat 29.7g 38% DV
Carbs 66.9g 24% DV
Fiber 1.9g 7% DV
Sugar 14.7g 29% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9844.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 326mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 141mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 62.8mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 13mg 14% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 178mg 14% DV
Iron 3.4mg 19% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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