Quick Caramel Frosting

Prep: 10 min Cook: 4 min Cuisine: American

A rich and creamy caramel frosting with a luscious buttery flavor, perfect for topping pound cakes or layered desserts. Its smooth texture and sweet caramel notes make it a delightful finishing touch for special occasions or everyday treats, appealing to caramel lovers and frosting enthusiasts alike.

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Ingredients

  • 1 stick butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 4 tablespoons milk
  • 2.5 cups sifted confectioners sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a saucepan.
  2. Stir in the brown sugar and cook for 2 minutes on low heat, stirring constantly.
  3. Add the milk and stir until the mixture comes to a boil.
  4. Remove from stove.
  5. Gradually stir in the sifted confectioners sugar.
  6. Add the vanilla and mix well.
  7. Spread immediately on cake.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

593 kcal 30% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 1.7g 3% DV
Total Fat 27.8g 36% DV
Carbs 70.6g 26% DV
Fiber 0.1g
Sugar 63.4g 100% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 89.5mg 4% DV
Potassium 134.3mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 76.5mg 26% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 47mcg 5% DV
Vitamin C 3.9mg 4% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 126.3mg 10% DV
Iron 1.7mg 10% DV

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

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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