Sticky Bourbon Sauce

 

Used as a sinfully sweet topping, Sticky Bourbon Sauce served over ice cream, puddings and custards, or sticky buns completes my trifecta of sweet faves; the other two being sweetened condensed milk and buttercream frosting.

 
 
Sticky Bourbon Sauce
 
 

Elements

1/2 CUP BOURBON

1/2 CUP LIGHT BROWN SUGAR, PACKED

1/4 CUP CANE SUGAR

1/2 CUP PURE MAPLE SYRUP

1 TEASPOON VANILLA EXTRACT

1/8 TEASPOON SEA SALT

Directions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine bourbon, brown sugar, cane sugar, and maple syrup; stir well to mix.

  2. Place saucepan over medium-high heat; bring mixture to a gentle boil, stirring frequently.

  3. Reduce heat to low; simmer for 10-12 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly, stirring occasionally.

  4. Remove from heat; add vanilla extract and sea salt to the sauce, stirring to combine.

  5. Let the sauce cool slightly before using. it will thicken further as it cools.

  6. Use immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to use.

 
 

x, Melissa

 
SauceMelissa ChildressBourbon, Sticky, Pecans