This is my go-to dessert sauce for bread pudding and it makes everything taste like you did the absolute most… even when you didn’t.
If there’s one thing I believe every home cook needs, it’s a good dessert sauce. You know — the kind of sauce that makes people pause mid-bite and ask, “Wait…what is this magic?”
This heavenly caramel dessert sauce is rich, buttery, smooth, and just the right amount of sweet. It’s perfect for bread pudding, but honestly? I pour this dessert sauce on everything.
How This Dessert Sauce Became a Staple in My Kitchen
This dessert sauce started with one mission — to level up my Bread Pudding Without Raisins. Because listen…bread pudding without a sauce feels like a hug with no squeeze.
But then something happened. My son dipped an Oreo in it. And I realized this sauce deserved better than just being called bread pudding sauce. It’s the dessert sauce for all desserts.
Now? We dip cookies in it. Drizzle it over ice cream. Pour caramel sauce over Classic Monkey Bread. And honestly, if I’m feeling extra — I’ll even put a little over pancakes or waffles.
How Long Does This Dessert Sauce Last?
Refrigerator: Store this topping in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Warm it slightly before serving for the best texture.
Freezer: Yes! Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and warm gently before using.
What to Serve This Dessert Sauce With
- Bread Pudding Without Raisins
- Classic Monkey Bread
- Ice cream
- Pancakes
- Waffles
- Pound cake
- Fresh fruit
- Oreos (because apparently my house is lawless)
Kitchen Tools I Use (Affiliate Links)
- Sauce Pouring Spoon — Because control is everything
- Mini Silicone Whisk — Perfect for small batches
- Heatproof Glass Measuring Cup — For warming and pouring
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Final Thoughts
This delicious buttery sauce is proof that the simplest things really can be the best. It takes almost no effort, but it feels like pure luxury on a plate. Whether you call it a caramel sauce, a sauce for bread pudding, or just the good sauce — you’re gonna want to keep this one ready at all times.
Golden Butter Sauce
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Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup cup heavy cream
1 tbls vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
Pinch of salt
Optional: 1–2 teaspoons bourbon, rum, or brandy
Directions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Stir in sugar and heavy cream. Bring to a low simmer and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, salt, and optional bourbon or rum.
- Serve warm over desserts like bread pudding, monkey bread, pound cake, or pancakes. Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat gently before using.
Camille’s Notes
- This sauce is amazing poured over Bread Pudding, Monkey Bread, or even Ice Cream!
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