Description
Indulge in a luxurious Salted Caramel Frosting with a mesmerizing espresso caramel swirl. This frosting balances rich caramel sweetness with a bold espresso kick, creating a silky smooth texture perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g (1 cup) Granulated Sugar: The base of the caramel, providing sweetness and structure.
- 120ml (½ cup) Water: Dissolves sugar and creates the initial caramel syrup.
- 240ml (1 cup) Heavy Cream, divided: Creates a smooth and silky texture.
- 115g (½ cup) Unsalted Butter, divided: Adds richness and helps emulsify the caramel.
- 1 tsp (5g) Sea Salt, plus extra for garnish: Enhances sweetness and provides a delightful contrast.
- 1 tsp (5ml) Alcohol-free Vanilla Extract: Adds depth and complexity to the caramel flavor.
- 100g (½ cup) Light Brown Sugar: Contributes a subtle molasses flavor to the swirl.
- 2 tbsp (30ml) Strong Brewed Espresso, cooled: The star of the swirl, providing a coffee flavor.
- 30g (2 tbsp) Unsalted Butter (for espresso caramel): Adds richness to the espresso caramel swirl.
- 30g (¼ cup) Toasted Hazelnut Crumbs: Provides textural contrast and nutty flavor.
Instructions
- Make Base Caramel: Combine sugar and water, boil without stirring until deep amber.
- Emulsify with Butter & Cream: Whisk in butter, then slowly drizzle in cream until smooth.
- Season & Cool: Stir in salt and vanilla; cool completely.
- Prepare Espresso Swirl: Heat brown sugar and water, then whisk in butter, espresso, cream, and salt.
- Whip Base Caramel: Beat cooled caramel until light and fluffy.
- Create the Swirl: Gently fold cooled espresso swirl into whipped caramel.
- Finish & Serve: Pipe or spread frosting, drizzle with caramel, and sprinkle with hazelnuts and salt.
Notes
Adding butter and cream slowly while whisking is key to a smooth caramel. Cooling the caramel completely before whipping is crucial for texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop, Mixer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: salted caramel,espresso,frosting,caramel swirl,dessert,baking,hazelnuts,sweet,recipe