Quick Cook Easy Caramel Glaze Icing
Recipe: https://recipestripper.com/recipes/13f61ffc-991c-4389-b36c-828974d409e8
Original source: https://frostingandfettuccine.com/caramel-glaze-icing/
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This Caramel Glaze Icing is a quick and easy glaze that will take your desserts to the next level! There is no thermometer or watching the pot for changing colors. This recipe combines a few simple ingredients that are whisked together and melted to form a deep, and rich caramel glaze that is perfect to drizzle over cakes, muffins, and cupcakes.
Yield: 16
Cook time: PT10M
Total time: PT40M

Ingredients
- 1 cup butter (unsalted or salted- your preference)
- 1 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt (optional)

Instructions
1. In a small saucepan, melt the 1 cup butter over medium heat.
2. Add in the 1 1/2 cup brown sugar and stir until melted. Make sure to whisk well to combine the butter and brown sugar. Cook for 2 minutes over medium high heat, stirring frequently.
3. It may foam up, thats ok!
4. Add in the 1/2 cup cream (it will bubble), 1 tbsp vanilla extract,  and 1/2 tsp kosher salt. Stir until combined, cook for 2-3 more minutes.
5. Take it off the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes. Transfer the pot to the fridge and let it cool for 30 minutes to thicken. The longer it cools the thicker it will be.
6. Drizzle over caramel cake, caramel cupcakes, or pumpkin bundt cake.