Hi Bold Bakers! When I close my eyes and I picture a warm, gooey, and essentially perfect topping to something like a Steamed Ginger Pudding, I think of my Spiced Rum Caramel Sauce recipe. Not only is it simple to make, but it’s also something you can keep on-hand in the fridge and add it to grilled bananas, peaches, or any other fruit! I could sit here and list things for you to put it on, but honestly, once you make it, you’ll be putting it on everything. Already have an account? The spiced rum is lovely in this but doesn’t make it overly boozy by any stretch, and if you don’t have any spiced rum on hand, you can swap it out for brandy, cognac, or even whiskey!
What Is Spiced Rum Caramel Sauce?
Spiced Rum Caramel Sauce is the perfect topping from fresh fruit, to a steamed pudding, to sundaes or blondies with vanilla ice-cream. Honestly, just put it on everything, because it’s that good. It’s made like a regular caramel but has spiced rum in it — but it’s definitely not too boozy. If you’re concerned that making caramel is tough (trust me, you can do it!), I have a whole article on How to Troubleshoot Caramel! If you feel the urge late at night it is also delicious to lick off the spoon. I won’t judge you.
What You Need To Make Spiced Rum Caramel Sauce
Measuring Cups and Spoons Heavy-Bottomed Saucepan Whisk Container for storage
How To Make Spiced Rum Caramel Sauce
I hope you have your caramel container ready, because this is so easy and fast you’ll be filling it up in no time! Here is how you make Spiced Rum Caramel Sauce (and don’t forget to get the full recipe with measurements, on the page down below):
Gemma’s Pro Chef Tips For Making Rum Caramel Sauce
Lasts for months on end in your fridge. Replace the rum with brandy, cognac, or even whiskey. If you don’t consume alcohol then you can try my Signature Salted Caramel Sauce. It’s worth it to use quality alcohol in this recipe. It makes all the difference to the flavor. I’m not talking $50 bottles but no hooch! Use salted butter for that little bit of extra flavor. You don’t need a whipping cream for the recipe, any fresh dairy cream will work perfectly. Are you a nervous caramel maker? Don’t be! Follow my Troubleshooting Caramel and you will be just fine.
Make More Toppings!
Signature Salted Caramel Sauce Best-Ever Buttercream Frosting How to Make Whipped Cream
And don’t forget to buy my Bigger Bolder Baking Cookbook! Full (and printable) recipe below!
