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Homemade vegan caramel sauce in a glass jar with a spoon, photographed from above on a white kitchen table.

Vegan Caramel Sauce

A rich, creamy, 5-minute vegan caramel sauce made with coconut milk and natural sweeteners – perfect for drizzling, dipping, or baking.
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Course: Dessert, Sauce
Cuisine: Plant-Based, Vegan
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Cooling Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 12 tablespoons
Calories: 105kcal
Cost: $5

Equipment

  • 1 Heavy-bottomed saucepan Prevents burning
  • 1 Wooden spoon or heat-resistant spatula For stirring
  • 1 Wire whisk Helps blend smoothly
  • 1 set Measuring cups/spoons Accurate measurements
  • 1 Fine-mesh strainer For smooth texture (optional)
  • 2 Glass jars For storage

Ingredients

Caramel Sauce

  • 1 cup Coconut sugar or brown sugar Sweetener
  • 1 cup Full-fat coconut milk Room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract Flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt Balances sweetness
  • 2 tablespoon Coconut oil or vegan butter Adds richness
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon juice Prevents crystallization
  • 1 tablespoon Maple syrup Enhances sweetness

Instructions

  • Heat sugar in saucepan until melted & amber.
  • Whisk in coconut milk, vanilla & salt.
  • Cook until thickened.
  • Stir in coconut oil, lemon juice, maple syrup.
  • Strain if needed & cool before storing.

Notes

Store in airtight glass jars for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator. Reheat slightly before use if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 25g | Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 5.2g | Saturated Fat: 4.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Sodium: 65mg | Potassium: 55mg | Fiber: 0.6g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.3mg