Butterscotch Rum Sauce Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the sweet decadence of Butterscotch Rum Sauce, a delightful accompaniment perfect for enhancing the flavors of your favorite desserts. This luscious sauce is not only ideal for drizzling over pound cake and angel food cake but also serves as a delectable dip for fresh strawberries and other fruits. Its versatility extends to being a heavenly topping for ice cream, making it a must-have in your dessert repertoire.
Recipe Information:
- Category: Sauces
- Keywords: Dessert, Lunch/Snacks, Low Protein, Healthy, Kid Friendly, < 30 Mins, Inexpensive
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 1 1/2 cups
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 1592.2
- Fat: 35.6g
- Saturated Fat: 22.3g
- Cholesterol: 96.3mg
- Sodium: 414.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 333.2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 252.9g
- Protein: 1.5g
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
- 2/3 cup white corn syrup
- 1/4 cup half-and-half
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup rum
Instructions:
- In a medium heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, white corn syrup, half-and-half, and butter.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring continuously to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
- Once the mixture reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer.
- Allow the sauce to simmer for approximately 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to a smooth and velvety consistency.
- After 20 minutes, remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully stir in the rum and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Transfer the Butterscotch Rum Sauce to a heatproof container and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Enjoy the sauce warm over your favorite desserts, such as pound cake, angel food cake, or ice cream, or use it as a delectable dip for fresh strawberries and other fruits.
Tips:
- For a non-alcoholic version, you can omit the rum and increase the amount of vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.
- Store any leftover Butterscotch Rum Sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Simply reheat it gently before serving.
- Experiment with different dessert combinations to discover new ways to enjoy this delightful sauce, such as drizzling it over waffles, pancakes, or grilled fruit skewers.
Indulge your sweet tooth and elevate your dessert game with this irresistible Butterscotch Rum Sauce. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to a decadent dessert, this sauce is sure to impress with its rich flavor and silky texture. So, whip up a batch today and prepare to delight your taste buds with every spoonful! 🍮🍓🍦
