Description
Sweet southern bourbon pecan caramel sauce drizzles pure indulgence over desserts with rich, complex flavors. Nutty pecans and smooth bourbon create a luxurious complement that elevates any treat you serve.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (60 ml) water
- ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream
Liquid and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons bourbon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Finishing Ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (60 g) pecans, toasted and chopped
Instructions
- Arrange pecans on a baking sheet and roast in a preheated 350F (175C) oven for 5-7 minutes until aromatic. Allow to cool completely, then coarsely chop.
- Select a medium saucepan and combine sugar with water over medium heat. Gently stir until sugar dissolves, then cease stirring.
- Allow the mixture to boil without manipulation, monitoring closely for color transformation to deep amber, approximately 8-10 minutes. Avoid burning by maintaining vigilant observation.
- Carefully extract the saucepan from heat source, then slowly incorporate warmed heavy cream while whisking. Anticipate vigorous bubbling during this process.
- Incorporate butter into the caramel, stirring until completely melted and seamlessly integrated.
- Introduce bourbon, vanilla extract, and salt, blending until achieving a uniformly smooth consistency.
- Gently fold roasted, chopped pecans throughout the caramel sauce, ensuring even distribution.
- Allow sauce to rest momentarily, permitting natural thickening before presentation.
- Drizzle warm sauce over selected desserts or preferred accompaniments. Preserve remaining sauce in a sealed container within refrigerator for maximum two weeks. Gentle reheating recommended prior to subsequent usage.
Notes
- Carefully monitor sugar caramelization to prevent burning, as the line between perfect amber and bitter is thin.
- Warm cream beforehand to prevent sudden splattering and ensure smooth incorporation into hot caramel.
- Toast pecans just until fragrant to enhance nutty flavor without risking bitter or burnt undertones.
- Gently reheat refrigerated sauce using low heat and stirring frequently to maintain silky consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 178
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg