French Cake Sauce Passed Down by Generations
Elevate your dessert game with this rich and velvety French Cake Sauce, a cherished family recipe passed down through generations. This golden sauce combines the luxurious flavors of unsalted butter, heavy cream, and pure vanilla extract, with a whisper of sea salt to balance its sweetness. For an extra layer of decadence, a splash of dark rum can be added, offering a sophisticated twist. Ready in just 15 minutes, this silky sauce is perfect for drizzling over your favorite cakes, from classic pound cakes to decadent chocolate tortes. Its versatility and ease make it a go-to recipe for transforming simple desserts into elegant masterpieces. Perfectly creamy and irresistibly flavorful, this French Cake Sauce is a timeless recipe that will keep your guests coming back for more!
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Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon dark rum (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the granulated sugar to the saucepan and whisk until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes.
Step 3
Gradually pour in the heavy cream, whisking continuously to ensure a smooth texture.
Step 4
Allow the mixture to simmer gently over medium heat for 5–6 minutes, whisking intermittently, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 5
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the pure vanilla extract and sea salt. If using dark rum for an extra layer of flavor, stir it in at this point.
Step 6
Taste and adjust the salt or vanilla extract based on your preference.
Step 7
Pour the sauce into a heatproof jar or bowl and let it cool for 10–15 minutes. The sauce will thicken further as it cools.
Step 8
Serve warm or at room temperature poured over slices of cake, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Reheat gently when ready to use.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (443.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1837.6 |
| Total Fat 152.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 90g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 426mg | 0% |
| Sodium 673.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 100.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 100.0g | |
| Protein 0.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 18mg | 0% |
| Iron 0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 20.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories