High Protein Caramel

Rich, Buttery, Keto-Friendly Caramel — With No Guilt

This high-protein, low-carb caramel sauce is smooth, sweet, and deeply satisfying — perfect for drizzling over keto pancakes, Greek yogurt, or low-carb desserts. With a rich buttery flavor and just three ingredients, it’s a quick fix for your sweet cravings without the sugar.

Course: Dessert / Sauce

Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 14 minutes
Servings: 6
Yield: Approx. ¾ cup

Ingredients

⅓ cup unsalted butter
⅓ cup brown sugar substitute (e.g., Swerve Brown or allulose blend)
⅔ cup heavy cream
Optional: ½ teaspoon sea salt for salted caramel

Instructions

Step 1: Melt the Butter

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter completely.

Step 2: Dissolve the Sweetener

Add the brown sugar substitute and stir occasionally for 3–4 minutes until fully dissolved and the mixture begins to deepen in color.

Step 3: Add the Cream

Reduce heat to medium-low and slowly whisk in the heavy cream.
Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, for 8–10 minutes or until the caramel thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.

Step 4: Optional Flavor Boost

For salted caramel, stir in ½ teaspoon sea salt once thickened.

Step 5: Cool and Store

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before transferring to a glass jar or container.
The caramel will continue to thicken as it cools.

Tips for Best Results

Use allulose for the smoothest texture (it won’t recrystallize).
Store in the fridge for up to 1 week. Reheat gently before serving.
For extra protein, stir in a scoop of unflavored or vanilla whey protein isolate once removed from heat (optional).