Salted Caramel Frosting

Ingredients:

• 1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
• 1 cup butter
• 1/3 cup heavy cream
• 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Directions:

1. Bring the first 2 ingredients to a rolling boil in a 3 1/2-qt. saucepan over medium heat, whisking constantly.
2. Stir in cream and return to a boil, then remove it from heat.
3. Pour the mixture into the bowl of a heavy-duty electric stand mixer.
4. Gradually, I beat in powdered sugar and vanilla at medium speed, using the whisk attachment.
5. Beat for 7 to 10 minutes or until thickened.
6. Use the frosting immediately.