Brown Sugar Caramel Frosting Recipe
This rich and buttery brown sugar caramel frosting adds a decadent touch to any dessert. With a smooth, creamy texture and a deep caramel flavor, it’s perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or even as a filling. Easy to make in just 15 minutes, this frosting is sure to become a favorite for all your sweet treats!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Enough to frost 24 cupcakes or one 9-inch layer cake
- Category: Frosting, Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup unsalted butter
¼ cup milk
2 to 3 cups powdered sugar (adjust for consistency)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat.
Stir in the brown sugar and allow it to dissolve completely.
Slowly add the milk while stirring, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Let it bubble for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
Remove from the heat and allow it to cool slightly until it’s warm to the touch.
Whisk in 2 cups of powdered sugar until smooth. Add more powdered sugar if needed to achieve the desired thickness.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Use the frosting immediately while it’s still spreadable.
Instructions
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Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat.
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Stir in the brown sugar and allow it to dissolve completely.
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Slowly add the milk while stirring, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
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Let it bubble for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
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Remove from the heat and allow it to cool slightly until it’s warm to the touch.
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Whisk in 2 cups of powdered sugar until smooth. Add more powdered sugar if needed to achieve the desired thickness.
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Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Use the frosting immediately while it’s still spreadable.
Notes
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Make sure the brown sugar dissolves completely in the butter to avoid any graininess.
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If the frosting becomes too firm as it cools, gently warm it and add a splash of milk to adjust the consistency.
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You can make this frosting ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat and whisk before using.
