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.
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This recipe makes 1 cup of salted caramel sauce. How to make ahead and store
Store your homemade salted caramel sauce in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to two weeks. When you’re ready to serve, simply heat up the caramel in the microwave or on the store.