Buttermilk-Bourbon Caramel Sauce

• Vegetarian
• Gluten free

• Condiments

  • 1 tbsp Corn syrup, light

• Baking & Spices

  • 1 1/2 cups Granulated sugar
  • 2 Tbp bourbon or 1 tbls vanilla extract

• Dairy

  • 1/4 cup Buttermilk
  • 1 tbsp Challenge butter
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream

• Liquids

  • 1/4 cup Water

Found on momontimeout.com

Description

Ingredients

• 1½ cups granulated sugar
• ¼ cup water
• 1 tbsp light corn syrup
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ¼ cup buttermilk
• 1 tbsp Challenge butter, room temperature
• 2 tbp bourbon OR 1 Tbls vanilla extract

Directions

• Combine sugar, water, and corn syrup in heavy-bottomed saucepan.
• Bring mixture to a bowl over medium heat. Cook, without stirring for 15-20 minutes or until a patch of golden colored sugar develops. (Golden - not golden brown.)
• Swirl the sugar mixture around the pan until the entire mixture turns an even, golden color.
• Turn off the heat and slowly stir in heavy cream and buttermilk being careful as the mixture will bubble slightly.
• Stir in butter until fully combined.
• Stir in bourbon or vanilla extract.
• Let cool to room temperature and then transfer to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
• If any clumps or crystals form, just heat the sauce again over low heat.