Cinnamon Nutty Sauce for Ice Cream Topping

Transform your favorite ice cream into a decadent dessert with this rich and dreamy Cinnamon Nutty Sauce! Made with the warm spiciness of ground cinnamon, the caramel-like sweetness of brown sugar, and a luscious touch of honey, this sauce is perfectly balanced by a splash of vanilla and a pinch of salt. Chopped pecans or walnuts add a delightful crunch, making every bite irresistibly textured and flavorful. Ready in just 15 minutes, this effortless recipe combines pantry staples for a quick, gourmet ice cream topping that’s perfect for cozy nights, special occasions, or anytime indulgence. Drizzle it warm over a classic vanilla or pair it with fall-inspired flavors for the ultimate dessert upgrade.

Nutriscore Rating: 35/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
0.5 cup Brown sugar
0.25 cup Heavy cream
1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
0.25 teaspoon Salt
0.5 cup Chopped pecans or walnuts
1 tablespoon Honey

Directions

Step 1

Place a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the unsalted butter to the saucepan and let it melt completely.

Step 3

Stir in the brown sugar, heavy cream, cinnamon, and salt until combined.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly to ensure the sugar dissolves and the ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 5

Once the mixture is smoothly simmering (about 2-3 minutes), add the chopped nuts and stir well.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and honey.

Step 7

Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving. It will thicken as it cools.

Step 8

Drizzle the warm sauce over your favorite ice cream and enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(273.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1357.9

Total Fat 108.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 184mg	0%
Sodium 639.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 99.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 90.1g
Protein 6.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 139.8mg	0%
Iron 2.2mg	0%
Potassium 371.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.7%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 28.4%