How to Make Vegan Caramel Sauce is something that I am glad to know about.
There are so many ways that you can use this vegan caramel sauce!
How to Make Vegan Caramel Sauce
This is a simple recipe that has so many uses.
I like how tasty this vegan caramel sauce is as well!
Did you try my recipe for Vegan Yogurt and Berry Parfait?
I am thinking that this vegan caramel sauce would probably taste good on top of that vegan yogurts and berry parfait. However, simply dipping apple slices in to this caramel sauce tastes pretty good too!!
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People ask is caramel sauce vegan.
Like with any other recipe that you may make, it really depends upon the ingredients that are added. That is, if you only use vegan ingredients then the resulting recipe should be vegan.
This recipe for caramel sauce has no added dairy products in it.
Heavy cream or similar creams are often added to caramel sauce to provide a creamy texture that helps the caramel sauce flow perfectly on top of what you choose to put it on top of.
You may be wondering what is vegan caramel made of.
Since this is a vegan recipe there is no dairy added to it.
That means there is no heavy cream.
For this recipe, we will use coconut cream instead of heavy cream.
Coconut cream has a similar texture to heavy cream when it comes to using it in a recipe such as this one. Also, coconut cream adds a nice flavor to caramel sauce.
How to Make Vegan Caramel Sauce
Tips for making Vegan Caramel Sauce.
This recipe calls for coconut cream as an alternative to a dairy cream.
Feel free to use a full fat coconut milk instead if you prefer to do so.
Here are some more great tips for you.
- It is important to stir the coconut cream while it melts. Once it begins to bubble you can simmer it.
- If you are using coconut milk, coconut cream is the solid white part that settles on the top of coconut milk. Make sure to use it, not the liquid below.
- This caramel will become hard quickly as it cools and will lighten in color. To soften it up simply reheat the caramel sauce in the microwave, in a microwave safe container and stopping to stir every 15 seconds. as necessary. I put a paper towel lightly over it to prevent a splatter mess.
- You can booze this recipe up to make it more fun if desired. Simple stir in a shot of bourbon to do so.
Here is how to make this a vegan keto vegan caramel sauce
This recipe calls for brown sugar. Brown sugar provides both flavor and a chemical reaction to make the caramel sauce.
To make this a keto recipe, you should use a brown sugar alternative that has a similar chemical reaction.
Allulose sweetener is a plant based sugar alternative that can work in this recipe.
You can also use xanthan gum instead of the cornstarch (same amount).
How to use vegan caramel sauce.
This vegan caramel sauce works great as a topping for desserts, fruit, oatmeal, muffins, or ice cream.
Or, you can simply stir it into beverages such as smoothies and coffees.
By the way, while you are here you may also be interested in these ideas.
- Easy Vegan Peanut Butter Smoothie.
- How to Make Homemade Limoncello.
- No Bake Vegan Coconut Bars.
- Vegan Blueberry Scones.
- White Bean Chocolate Chip Cookies.
- Easy Dairy Free Rice Pudding.
- Brown Sugar- 1 cup. Keto folks can use Allulose sweetener is a plant based sugar alternative that can work in this recipe.
- Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon. Keto folks can use xanthan gum instead of the cornstarch (same amount).
- Coconut Cream - ½ cup
- Vanilla Extract- 1 teaspoon.
- Sea salt or Kosher salt- as needed to taste.
- Combine the brown sugar, cornstarch, and coconut cream in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook until the sugar has fully dissolved- about two minutes. Be sure to stir continuously while it heats.
- Reduce the heat and allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes, or until it starts to thicken slightly. If you have a candy thermometer, it should be just below the soft ball point. Stir this as needed.
- Remove the caramel from the heat and add the vanilla extract, salt, and bourbon (if using). Transfer the caramel to an airtight container and store in the fridge until ready to use. This caramel will keep in the fridge for up to two weeks.
- Brown Sugar– 1 cup.
- Cornstarch – 1 tablespoon.
- Coconut Cream – ½ cup
- Vanilla Extract– 1 teaspoon.
- Sea salt or Kosher salt– as needed to taste.
- Combine the brown sugar, cornstarch, and coconut cream in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook until the sugar has fully dissolved- about two minutes. Be sure to stir continuously while it heats.
- Reduce the heat and allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes, or until it starts to thicken slightly. If you have a candy thermometer, it should be just below the soft ball point. Stir this as needed.
- Remove the caramel from the heat and add the vanilla extract, salt, and bourbon (if using). Transfer the caramel to an airtight container and store in the fridge until ready to use. This caramel will keep in the fridge for up to two weeks.
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How to Make Vegan Caramel Sauce
How to Make Vegan Caramel Sauce
I suggest transferring this caramel sauce to a jar, such as canning type jar, once it has cooled. This will make it easy to heat up (if microwave safe jar) when it is needed again.
This keto and vegan caramel sauce should keep if covered and refrigerated.
If properly stored, this caramel will keep in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Simply reheat the caramel in small batches in the microwave, stirring ever 15 seconds.
Ingredients needed to make vegan caramel sauce
Please choose vegan products by reading the labels on your ingredients.
How to make Vegan Caramel Sauce
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How to Make Vegan Caramel Sauce
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