Salted Caramel Frosting
Total Time: 20 mins
Preparation Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 12 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (1 1/2 sticks)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Recipe
- 1 briefly stir together granulated sugar and water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. continue cooking, without stirring, until mixture turns dark amber in color, 6-10 minutes.
- 2 remove from heat and slowly add in cream and vanilla, stirring with a wooden spoon until completely smooth. set aside until cool to the touch, about 25 minutes.
- 3 beat butter and salt on high in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. reduce speed to low, add powdered sugar, and mix until completely incorporated.
- 4 turn mixer off and scrape down the sides of the bowl, then add caramel. beat frosting on medium-high speed until airy and thoroughly mixed, about 2 minutes.
- 5 for easiest spreading, cover and refrigerate until stiff, about 45 minutes, before using. if not, spread and enjoy!
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