Name: 37+ Delicious Cheesecake Toppings
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 cup granulated sugar; 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter (cut up into 6 pieces); 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon salt

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Cheesecake is a delicious dessert that can be enjoyed on its own, but it’s even better with a topping. There are endless possibilities when it comes to cheesecake toppings, so you can find the perfect one to match your taste and the occasion.

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37+ Delicious Cheesecake Toppings

Cheesecake is a delicious dessert that can be enjoyed on its own, but it's even better with a topping. There are endless possibilities when it comes to cheesecake toppings, so you can find the perfect one to match your taste and the occasion. Try this 15 Minute Easy Salted Caramel Sauce!

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Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 15

Servings: 6

Created by Platings and Pairings

Ingredients

1 cup granulated sugar
6 Tablespoons unsalted butter (cut up into 6 pieces)
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Heat the sugar in a sauce pan over medium heat and stir with rubber spatula until sugar is liquefied and amber in color.
Once sugar is completely melted, add butter and stir until dissolved.
Slowly add in heavy cream and heat for one minute.
Remove from heat and add vanilla and salt.
The sauce will keep for up to two weeks in the refrigerator.

Notes

This recipe makes 1 cup of salted caramel sauce.

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