Description
A rich, silky vegan salted caramel sauce made with coconut milk and coconut sugar. This foolproof, hands-off method requires no constant stirring and delivers perfect caramel every time.
Ingredients
Scale
1 (13.55 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
1 1/2 cups + 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Add the coconut sugar and coconut milk to a medium saucepan and whisk to combine.
- Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, immediately reduce to a low simmer and set a timer for 60 minutes.
- Whisk at the 20-minute and 40-minute marks, then continue simmering until done.
- Remove from heat and stir in the salt, if using.
- Let cool, then pour into a jar. The caramel will thicken as it cools.
Notes
If caramel separates: Whisk vigorously for 1–2 minutes until smooth. Reduce heat slightly if needed.
Texture: Caramel will be thin when hot and thickens as it cools.
Coconut milk: Use full-fat only. Lite coconut milk will not thicken properly.
Coconut sugar: Do not substitute with brown sugar. It’s key for flavor, color, and texture.
Salt: Adjust to taste or omit, both outcomes are fabulous!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Condiment/Topping, Dessert, Desserts
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: American