Caramel Frosting Recipe (Easy)
With over a decade of experience in frosting and cake recipes, I’ve perfected my salted caramel frosting using room-temperature butter, high-quality jarred caramel sauce, and techniques to achieve a smooth, fluffy texture without air bubbles.
Servings: 3 cups
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
- ⅓ cup caramel sauce
- ¼ tsp salt use table salt in the frosting and extra course salt on top if desired
- 4-6 cups powdered sugar
- dash of milk or heavy cream if frosting becomes too thick
Instructions
- Place room temperature unsalted butter, caramel sauce and salt in a mixing bowl. Use an electric mixer on medium and beat the butter for 1 minute, until whipped and fluffy.
- Add in the powdered sugar, beat again on low for 1-2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl, until everything is incorporated.
- If the frosting is too thick, add a tablespoon of milk or heavy cream, and beat until creamy. Spread or pipe onto cake, cupcakes, or brownies.
Notes
How long does salted caramel frosting keep?
You can store frosting in a sealed container on the counter for up to 2 days. However, you can store frosting in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Before using, place the frosting on the counter and allow it to come to room temperature. Give it a quick whip with an electric mixer before using.Nutrition
Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 171kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 55mg | Potassium: 8mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 357IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg