Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 6 tablespoons tahini
- 6 tablespoons vegan butter (such as soy-free Earth Balance)
- Flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small saucepan, add the tahini, maple syrup, and vegan butter. Place the saucepan over low heat and stir gently until the vegan butter has fully melted and the mixture forms a uniform sauce.
- Cook the Sauce: Continue mixing frequently and let the caramel sauce cook for about one more minute. Avoid bringing it to a simmer or boil; just ensure everything is completely incorporated and warmed through.
- Add Sea Salt and Cool: If desired, sprinkle in flaky sea salt at this stage to enhance the flavor. The sauce will be somewhat thin when warm, so cover with a lid and allow it to cool for 10-15 minutes. During cooling, it will thicken to a desirable caramel consistency.
- Store Properly: Transfer the cooled tahini caramel sauce to an airtight container. For longest shelf life, refrigerate it. The sauce will thicken significantly when chilled; before use, reheat gently in the microwave or leave at room temperature to soften. It can also be kept at room temperature in an airtight jar for shorter periods.
Notes
- The sauce thickens as it cools, so be sure to allow time for this if you want a thicker consistency.
- Use flaky sea salt sparingly to balance the sweetness and enhance the caramel flavor.
- Reheat the sauce gently to soften if it becomes too thick after refrigeration.
- This caramel sauce is ideal for drizzling over vegan ice cream, pancakes, oatmeal, or fresh fruit.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
