Easy Apple Cider Caramel Sauce

Vertical picture of apple cider caramel sauce in a glass jar

4.20 from 5 votes

This silky smooth Apple Cider Caramel Sauce is buttery and bursting with delicious, fresh apple flavor. It's wonderful on ice cream and is also a fabulous way to pizzaz up any fall dessert!

Prep Time5

Cook Time20

Total Time25

Course: dessert toppings

Cuisine: American

Keyword: apple cider caramel sauce, caramel sauce, easy caramel sauce

Servings: 1 tablespoon servings

Calories: 85kcal

Author: Chris Scheuer

Ingredients

1 cup apple cider
¼ cup butter 2 ounces
½ cup dark brown sugar packed
½ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon cloves
½ teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon sea flaky salt

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Place the apple cider in a medium-size, heavy-bottomed pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a high, steady simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, until cider gets syrupy and is reduced to 2 tablespooons.
Add butter to pan and cook until melted. Add the sugar, cream and spices. Stir until well blended. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a high, steady simmer and cook for 5 more minutes, stirring frequently.
Remove from heat and add vanilla extract and flaky sea salt. Stir to combine.
You're done! The sauce will thicken as it cools. If it gets too thick, just add an extra bit of apple cider or cream and stir well. Sauce should be stored in the refrigerator. It can be re-warmed in the microwave or on the stovetop in a small pan.

Notes

See Café Tips above for further instructions and more detailed tips.

Recipe makes 2 cups of caramel sauce.

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