Caramel Frosting

Name: Caramel Frosting
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 0.5 cup packed brown sugar; 3 tablespoons milk, or more as needed; 1 cup confectioners' sugar; 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

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This caramel frosting is delicious. I have had this recipe for over 30 years. Cream may be substituted for the milk to add richness.

Submitted by Mary Kaye

Updated on April 2, 2024

Chocolate cupcakes frosted with caramel frosting an caramel drizzle

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

Servings:

12

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Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings

2 tablespoons butter
½ cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons milk, or more as needed
1 cup confectioners' sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Gather all ingredients.

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Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and 3 tablespoons milk. Boil vigorously for 1 minute.

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Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar.

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Cool slightly, then beat in vanilla and remaining 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar. Add more milk if mixture is too thick.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

93	Calories
2g	Fat
19g	Carbs
0g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 93
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2g	3%
Saturated Fat 1g	7%
Cholesterol 5mg	2%
Sodium 18mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 19g	7%
Total Sugars 19g
Protein 0g	0%
Calcium 13mg	1%
Iron 0mg	1%
Potassium 19mg	0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

Caramel Frosting

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