Peanut butter to my jelly, macaroni to my cheese…and the salt to my caramel? Pumpkin spice is the craze right now, but if you’re looking to change it up, the salted caramel pairing is perfect for you. It’s all over the place during this time of year, and sometimes we unfortunately glaze over it because of the pumpkin spice obsession. But give salted caramel the attention it deserves, and enjoy the flavor in these delicious forms.
Salted Caramel Cookies
Photo by Keni Lin
These Salem Baking wafer cookies are a quick fix to a sweet tooth. Simply throw them in your grocery cart and savor salted caramel whenever you want it. While there are a lot of cookies in a pack, their thinness makes eating one cookie just not enough. The whole box is like eating one big cookie….right? Check out the entire salted caramel cookie collection here.
Salted Caramel Toffee Brittle
Photo by Krista Stucchio
If you’re trying to impress your friends, this is the perfect recipe. Salted Caramel Toffee Brittle. What more could you want? The perfect combination of chocolate, salt and caramel, with the pairing of chewy and crunchy textures. Also, the ingredients are ridiculously simple. So what are you waiting for?
Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate
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Maybe you’ve worn out the pumpkin spice latte already or you just don’t like them. Maybe you’re not a coffee fan. Or maybe you love hot chocolate and are looking for a new twist. Whatever the case, this salted caramel hot chocolate is gourmet to say the least. You can find this treat in grocery stores for a homemade version, or have Starbucks whip one up for you. There are caramel chips that melt in the hot milk, enough said.
Salted Caramel Brownies
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These take a bit of prep work, but trust me, they’re worth it. And don’t be fooled by the fancy caramel design on top. All it took was a knife and a squeeze pack of carmel that came right in the box. These Duncan Hines beauties only require eggs, vegetable oil and water. Plus, it’ll make your apartment or dorm smell amazing. Just warning though, wait to cut the brownies until they have cooled; the caramel tends to stick.
Salted Caramel Ice Cream
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If you have never had Talenti gelato, go buy it immediately. And buy this flavor. It is the perfect balance of caramel, chocolate and salt. Occasionally, you will even find a chocolate caramel cup in your spoonful. Plus, it’s gelato, not just ice cream, so it’s worth the splurge. You can find it at most grocery stores, and if you don’t want to make 10 trips back, I would buy more than one pint.
Salted Caramel Rolls
Photo by Amy Erickson
More specifically, cinnamon pumpkin salted caramel rolls. The name alone contains everything you need. A perfect combination of flavors to satisfy your holiday sweet tooth. Not only will you enjoy it, but your friends will be impressed by your skills. Get the recipe here.
Salted Caramel Mocha
Photo by Alex Tom
Maybe the salted caramel hot chocolate isn’t for you. If you need your coffee fix, check out this salted caramel mocha. Not only is it delicious, but you can also make it at home. Say goodbye to the drive to Starbucks, and the cash you need to pour out.
Salted Caramel Topping
Photo by Lauren Kaplan
With this recipe you can enhance any dessert or snack with a salted caramel flavor. Top off vanilla ice cream and make it a sundae. Dip apples to make caramel apples. Even use it to top off the salted caramel mocha I know you’re all dying to make. The options are endless.