Genius Salted Caramel Dessert: Your New Go-To Indulgence
A delightful treat combining rich caramel with a pinch of sea salt, perfect for your Thanksgiving dessert table.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
Instructions
- 1. In a medium saucepan, heat the sugar over medium heat until it melts and turns golden amber. Add the butter and stir until melted.
- 2. Gradually whisk in the heavy cream and sea salt until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool.
- 3. Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- 4. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla.
- 5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined.
- 6. Spread the dessert base in a greased 9-inch square baking dish.
- 7. Pour the caramel sauce over the base and swirl gently with a knife.
- 8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set. Let cool before serving.
Notes
Caramel sauce can be made a week in advance and stored in the fridge.
Dessert can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for a month.