Dark Caramel Sauce

By Florence Fabricant

Total Time
15 minutes
Rating
4(14)
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Ingredients

Yield:1 cup
  • ½cup sugar
  • 4tablespoons water
  • 3tablespoons hot espresso
  • ½cup heavy cream
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Nutritional analysis per serving (2 servings)

401 calories; 22 grams fat; 14 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 6 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 52 grams carbohydrates; 0 grams dietary fiber; 52 grams sugars; 1 gram protein; 27 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Dissolve the sugar in the water in a heavy saucepan. Place over medium-high heat, and cook, swirling occasionally, until the mixture becomes a medium amber color. Remove from the heat.

  2. Step 2

    Pour the hot espresso into the caramel, and stir to blend. Add the cream, stirring to blend completely. Refrigerate; serve with cake, ice cream and drained poached fruit.

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