Caramel Frosting

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Caramel Frosting
45 min.
3
1279kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your dessert game, this decadent Caramel Frosting is the perfect addition to any sweet treat. Whether you’re frosting a cake, icing cupcakes, or simply indulging with a spoon, this luscious frosting combines the rich flavors of caramel and cream cheese for an unforgettable experience. Not only is it delightfully sweet and creamy, but it's also vegetarian and gluten-free, making it accessible for various dietary preferences.

Imagine a velvety blanket of caramel enveloping your favorite dessert, with just the right amount of tang from the cream cheese to balance the sweetness. This frosting is crafted with quality ingredients like real butter and whipping cream, ensuring every bite is a luxurious delight. The process of making this caramel can be a therapeutic experience, as you patiently watch the sugar transform into a beautiful amber syrup. The aroma that fills your kitchen will have everyone eagerly anticipating dessert!

Ready in just 45 minutes and yielding enough to serve three, this recipe is perfect for special occasions or even a cozy night in. Treat yourself and your loved ones to the rich and creamy goodness of this Caramel Frosting. You'll definitely want to keep this recipe close at hand for all your future baking adventures!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • ounce cream cheese softened cut into cubes and
  • 2.3 cups sugar 
  • 0.7 cup water 
  • 0.8 cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • pastry brush

Directions

  1. Whisk together cream cheese and whipping cream in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Cook sugar and 2/3 cup water in a heavy 3 1/2-quart saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, 5 minutes or until sugar dissolves. Increase heat to high, and bring mixture to a boil without stirring. Using a pastry brush dipped in hot water, brush down any sugar crystals on sides of pan. Cook, without stirring, 10 minutes or just until syrup turns a deep amber color.
  3. Whisk in butter gradually; gradually whisk in cream cheese mixture until smooth.
  4. Remove from heat; cool 10 minutes, whisking occasionally.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1279kcal
Protein1.68%
Fat51.54%
Carbs46.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.03
Glycemic Load
105.57
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
6.954347765964%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1279.39kcal
63.97%
Fat:75.53g
116.19%
Saturated Fat:46.73g
292.04%
Carbohydrates:154.24g
51.41%
Net Carbohydrates:154.24g
56.09%
Sugar:153.59g
170.66%
Cholesterol:214.8mg
71.6%
Sodium:468.29mg
20.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.53g
11.07%
Vitamin A:2685.7IU
53.71%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.77%
Vitamin E:2.01mg
13.4%
Selenium:7.98µg
11.4%
Calcium:107.43mg
10.74%
Phosphorus:105.26mg
10.53%
Vitamin D:0.95µg
6.35%
Vitamin K:6.03µg
5.75%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.21%
Vitamin B12:0.29µg
4.86%
Potassium:144.45mg
4.13%
Zinc:0.48mg
3.23%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.69%
Magnesium:10.63mg
2.66%
Folate:8.74µg
2.19%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.8%
Copper:0.04mg
1.78%
Iron:0.21mg
1.14%
Source:My Recipes