Butterscotch sauce is a sweet, rich sauce made primarily from brown sugar, butter, and cream. It has a smooth, velvety texture and a deep caramel flavor, making it a popular topping for desserts like ice cream, pancakes, and cakes. The sauce can be made quickly on the stovetop, allowing for easy preparation at home. This sauce is often confused with caramel sauce, but the key difference lies in the use of brown sugar in butterscotch, which gives it a distinct flavor profile. Butterscotch can also be used as a filling for candies or incorporated into various baked goods for added sweetness.