For holiday baking and beyond, there’s nothing like a drizzle of caramel to add a touch of indulgence to all kinds of homemade treats. In addition to sugar, traditional caramel is made with copious amounts of butter and cream—not exactly vegan-friendly. Fortunately, a few simple swaps are all you need to make a rich and delicious plant-based caramel that will take your desserts to the next level.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup coconut cream
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup vegan butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the coconut cream, brown sugar, and vegan butter. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Allow it to simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the caramel thickens and becomes a rich, golden-brown color.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness.
- Let the sauce cool for a few minutes before transferring it to a glass jar or container. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
- Drizzle over all kinds of goodies including cupcakes, puddings, or even pancakes.
