Description
Indulge in the divine taste of homemade caramel frosting with this easy-to-follow recipe. Rich brown sugar, creamy butter, and a hint of vanilla come together to create a luscious topping that’s perfect for cakes and cupcakes. Elevate your baking game with this irresistible caramel frosting recipe!
Ingredients
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup milk
2 to 3 cups powdered sugar (as needed for consistency)
1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Melt butter and brown sugar in a saucepan over low heat until dissolved.
- Add milk and bring to a gentle boil, stirring continuously.
- Boil for 2-3 minutes to thicken the mixture.
- Let cool slightly, then gradually add powdered sugar until desired consistency is reached.
- Stir in vanilla extract if desired.
- Use immediately to frost cakes or cupcakes.
Notes
Adjust powdered sugar for desired thickness.
Store leftover frosting in the refrigerator and reheat before using again.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Enough frosting for one cake or 12 cupcakes
