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Butterscotch caramel sauce

Butterscotch caramel sauce
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Ingredient Information

Name

Butterscotch caramel sauce

Category

Dulces y Endulzantes

Popularity

2 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Butterscotch caramel sauce is a delicious sweet and creamy condiment made from butter, brown sugar, cream, and vanilla. Its smooth texture and intense caramel flavor with a slight hint of toasted butter make it a perfect accompaniment for desserts like ice cream, cakes, fruits, or even hot beverages.

The origin of butterscotch sauce dates back to the United Kingdom in the 19th century, although today it is very popular in American cuisine, especially in baking and candy making. The word butterscotch comes from the combination of "butter" and "scotch," which may refer to the cutting process or the texture of the caramel.

Regarding its properties, butterscotch caramel sauce is high in calories due to its sugar and fat content, so it should be consumed in moderation. It provides a deep and sweet flavor that enhances any dessert, in addition to its pleasant aroma of vanilla and caramelized butter.

In the Hispanic American context, although there is no exact universal synonym, butterscotch caramel sauce can also be found as creamy caramel sauce or simply as toasted caramel sauce, depending on the country. It is important not to confuse it with traditional regular caramel sauce, which is generally made only with sugar and water or cream, as the butterscotch version includes butter and brown sugar, giving it a richer and deeper flavor.

Nutritional Properties

0g
fiber
80mg
sodium
0mcg
folate
15mg
potassium
48g
sugars
310
calories
0mcg
lycopene
0.5g
proteins
0mg
vitamin c
12g
total fat
7g
saturated fats
50g
carbohydrates

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