Quick Caramel Frosting

By yollymg

Ingredients

• 2 (14-ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk
• 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation

Step 1

Place all ingredients in a heavy 3-quart saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring constantly, over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring constantly, 3 to 5 minutes or until mixture reaches a pudding-like thickness. Remove from heat.

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