Maple Caramel Sauce

Directions

1. 1
   Combine cream, sugar and syrup in heavy medium saucepan.
2. 2
   Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
3. 3
   Increase heat and bring to boil.
4. 4
   Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer sauce until caramel colored and reduced to 1 3/4 cups, whisking occasionally, about 35 minutes.
5. 5
   Mix in maple flavoring.
6. 6
   Cool slightly.
7. 7
   (Can be made 3 days ahead.
8. 8
   Cover and chill.
9. 9
   Rewarm over medium heat, stirring; add 2 tablespoons hot water if necessary to dissolve any crystallized sugar.)