Salted Cream Cheese Caramel Frosting Recipe

Name: Salted Cream Cheese Caramel Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Salted Caramel; 1 cup sugar; 4 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons light corn syrup; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; The Rest; ½ tablespoons butter, room temperature (1 1/2 sticks); 6 ounces cream cheese, room temperature; 4 -5 cups powdered sugar, sifted; 3/4 cup salted caramel (recipe above)

Servings: persons

For the Salted Caramel
1 cup sugar
4 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
The Rest
½ tablespoons butter, room temperature (1 1/2 sticks)
6 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
4 -5 cups powdered sugar, sifted
3/4 cup salted caramel (recipe above)

1
Combine the sugar, water and corn syrup in a large saucepan and stir with a wooden spoon over medium heat until sugar is dissolved.
2
Cover the saucepan and let it cook over medium heat for 3 minutes. Do not open lid.
3
After 3 minutes, remove the lid, increase the heat to medium and bring to a boil.
4
Do not stir from this point on, but instead swirl the liquid around the pan so that the caramel doesn't burn. Stirring forms sugar crystals and it will become grainey.
5
Continue to cook until the caramel turns an even amber color then remove from the heat and let stand for about 30 seconds.
6
Carefully pour the heavy cream into the mixture. The mixture will bubble up significantly and is very hot. Stir the mixture; add the butter, lemon juice and salt. Stir, again, until combined.
7
Pour caramel into a heat-proof measuring cup. Stir occasionally and allow to cool until thickened and warm to the touch, about 20 minutes.
8
Beat butter and cream cheese at medium speed until creamy.
9
Add 4 cups sifted powdered sugar into the butter/cream cheese mixture and beat to combine.
10
Add 3/4 cup of the prepared salted caramel and beat to combine.
11
Add additional powdered sugar until the frosting is the sweetness and consistency desired.

898

kcal

Calories

Fat

154

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Salted Caramel, 1 cup sugar, 4 tablespoons water, 2 tablespoons light corn syrup, and more.

Yes, Salted Cream Cheese Caramel Frosting falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Salted Cream Cheese Caramel Frosting

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Variations & substitutions

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