Homemade Reduced-Sugar Caramel

Homemade Reduced-Sugar Caramel is a homemade version of a classic sticky confection used as a sauce, filling or topping in desserts; it’s typically made by cooking dairy and a sweetener until caramelized and thickened. It’s energy-dense at 370kcal per 100 g and is intended to add sweetness and a rich, creamy texture in small amounts. Nutrition-wise, this reduced-sugar version still delivers most of its calories from fat and added sweetener rather than from fiber or protein, so it’s best used sparingly as a flavoring rather than a staple. It can provide some fat-soluble nutrients from dairy or butter used in the recipe, but offers little fiber and only modest protein. From a health perspective, think of it as an indulgent condiment: useful for flavor and texture but not a significant source of essential nutrients. If you want similar sweetness with more nutritional benefit, consider swaps like date syrup or nut butter, or use it in very small portions to keep servings reasonable.Read more

Vegetarian · Gluten free · Processed · ~0.80€/100g