20 Best Salted Caramel Recipes

Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies

These delightful cookies combine gooey chocolate chips with rich salted caramel, creating an indulgent treat that melts in your mouth.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed light-brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups semisweet and/or milk chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce

Cooking method:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda; set aside.
3. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugars on medium speed until pale and fluffy.
4. Add salt, vanilla, and eggs; beat until combined.
5. Gradually add flour mixture, and mix until just combined.
6. Stir in chocolate chips and drizzle salted caramel sauce over the dough; fold gently to swirl the caramel through.
7. Drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
8. Bake cookies until golden brown, about 12-15 minutes.
9. Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Salted Caramel Cheesecake Bites

These bite-sized treats offer the perfect balance of creamy cheesecake and luscious salted caramel.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 1/3 cup salted caramel sauce

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.
2. Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into the bottom of each liner.
3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Pour cheesecake batter over crusts, filling each liner almost to the top.
6. Drizzle a small amount of salted caramel sauce over each cheesecake bite and swirl with a toothpick.
7. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until set.
8. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Salted Caramel Brownie Sundae

Indulge in the heavenly combination of fudgy brownies topped with ice cream and warm salted caramel sauce.

Ingredients:

• 1 box brownie mix
• Ingredients required for brownie mix
• Vanilla ice cream
• 1 cup salted caramel sauce

Cooking method:

1. Prepare and bake brownies according to package instructions.
2. Allow brownies to cool slightly before cutting into squares.
3. Place a brownie square in a bowl, top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
4. Drizzle generously with salted caramel sauce.
5. Serve immediately for a decadent dessert experience.

Salted Caramel Popcorn Balls

Crunchy, sweet, and slightly salty, these popcorn balls are a fun and tasty snack.

Ingredients:

• 10 cups popped popcorn
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup light corn syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon sea salt

Cooking method:

1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, then stir in brown sugar and corn syrup.
2. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and boil for 4-5 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and stir in baking soda and sea salt.
4. Pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn and mix well.
5. Shape into balls with greased hands and let them cool and set.

Salted Caramel Apple Pie

A classic apple pie gets a modern twist with the addition of rich salted caramel.

Ingredients:

• 1 package refrigerated pie crusts
• 6 cups thinly sliced apples
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Fit one pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a large bowl, toss apples with sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. Spoon apple mixture into the pie crust and drizzle with salted caramel sauce.
5. Top with the second crust, seal edges, and cut slits to vent.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.
7. Let pie cool before serving.

Salted Caramel Pecan Bars

Perfectly nutty pecan bars with a sweet and salty caramel topping.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan.
2. In a bowl, mix together flour, butter, sugars, and salt until crumbly.
3. Press mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
4. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
5. Spread chopped pecans evenly over the crust and drizzle with salted caramel sauce.
6. Bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the caramel is bubbly.
7. Cool completely before cutting into bars.

Salted Caramel Banana Bread

A moist and flavorful banana bread with swirls of salted caramel for an extra special touch.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas
• 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, mix melted butter and brown sugar, then add eggs and vanilla.
4. Stir in mashed bananas, then gradually add flour mixture.
5. Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan, drizzle with caramel sauce, and top with remaining batter.
6. Swirl the top with a knife and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark

This crunchy, sweet and salty bark is a quick and easy treat that's perfect for sharing.

Ingredients:

• 12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup broken pretzel pieces
• 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
• Sea salt for sprinkling

Cooking method:

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
3. Pour melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly.
4. Scatter pretzel pieces over the chocolate and drizzle with salted caramel sauce.
5. Sprinkle with sea salt and refrigerate until set.
6. Break into pieces and enjoy.

Salted Caramel Ice Cream Sandwiches

These frozen treats combine creamy ice cream and chewy cookies with a drizzle of caramel for a refreshing summer dessert.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups vanilla ice cream
• 12 small chocolate chip cookies
• 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce

Cooking method:

1. Scoop ice cream onto half of the cookies, using about 1/4 cup per cookie.
2. Top with the remaining cookies to form sandwiches.
3. Drizzle salted caramel sauce over the edges of each sandwich.
4. Freeze until firm, about 1 hour, before serving.

Salted Caramel Espresso Milk

A creamy and decadent drink that combines rich espresso with sweet and salty caramel for an indulgent coffee treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup brewed espresso
• 2 tablespoons salted caramel sauce
• Whipped cream (optional)

Cooking method:

1. Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat until warm.
2. Stir in espresso and salted caramel sauce until combined.
3. Pour into a mug and top with whipped cream, if desired.
4. Serve immediately for a cozy coffee break.