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Caramel Frosting

Caramel Frosting

This caramel frosting is a smooth and sweet topping perfect for cakes, pumpkin cupcakes, or apple fritters.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course frosting
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 93 kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk or as needed
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar divided
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and 3 tablespoons milk. Boil vigorously for 1 minute.
  • Remove from heat and stir in ½ cup confectioners' sugar.
  • Cool slightly, then beat in vanilla and remaining ½ cup confectioners’ sugar. Add additional milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, if frosting is too thick.

Notes

This frosting sets quickly. It's best to spread immediately after preparing. Cream may be substituted for the milk to add richness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 93kcalCarbohydrates: 19gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 18mgPotassium: 19mgSugar: 19gCalcium: 13mg
Keyword cake topping, Caramel Frosting, dessert, frosting
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