This Beer Caramel Sauce is smooth, bold, and just the right balance of sweet and bitter.

It’s made with real butter, brown sugar, cream, and a pour of beer that gives it depth — from malty richness to roasty stout bite, depending on what you use.

Perfect for drizzling over ice cream, pancakes, apple pie, brownies, or even your morning waffles (no judgment).

Ingredients

• ½ cup beer (stout, brown ale, amber lager — your choice)
• 1 cup brown sugar
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 4 tbsp (½ stick) unsalted butter
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Optional: ½ tsp cinnamon or a splash of bourbon for extra warmth

Beer Tip: Use a malty, low-bitterness beer like a stout, porter, bock, or brown ale. Avoid hoppy beers — IPAs turn harsh when reduced.

Instructions

Step 1: Simmer the Beer & Sugar

• In a saucepan over medium heat, combine beer and brown sugar.
• Bring to a simmer, stirring until sugar dissolves.
• Let simmer 6–8 minutes to reduce slightly and thicken.

Step 2: Add Cream & Butter

Carefully whisk in heavy cream — the mixture will bubble up.

Stir in butter and continue simmering another 5–7 minutes, until smooth and glossy.

Step 3: Finish & Cool

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, salt, and any optional spices.

Let cool slightly before using. It will thicken more as it cools.

Storage

• Store in a jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks
• Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave before serving

Serving Ideas

• Drizzle Over:
  • Vanilla ice cream
  • Chocolate cake or brownies
  • Cheesecake or pound cake
  • Pancakes, waffles, or French toast
• Dip With:
  • Pretzels or apples
  • Donut holes or churros
  • Roasted nuts or bacon
• Use In:
  • Milkshakes or coffee
  • Cocktail rim drizzles
  • Glaze for grilled pork or roasted squash

Beer Pairing

• In the sauce:
  • Guinness or dry stout
  • Brown ale or porter
  • Amber lager or bock
• In your glass:
  • The same beer as the sauce
  • Milk stout or sweet porter for dessert harmony
  • Belgian dubbel for rich, fruity contrast

Final Thoughts

Beer Caramel Sauce is rich, buttery, and brewed for flavor lovers — a quick, simple recipe that transforms any dessert (or breakfast) into something beer-worthy.

Make a double batch — it disappears fast. Cheers to beer in your sweets and caramel with a kick! 🍺🍯🔥

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