Description
A rich and creamy homemade dulce de leche made from sweetened condensed milk, using simple methods for a perfectly caramelized treat.
Ingredients
- Main Ingredient: 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- Optional Add-ons: Vanilla extract
- Sea salt
Instructions
- Boiling Method: Place unopened can in a pot.
- Cover completely with water.
- Bring to a gentle boil.
- Simmer for 2–3 hours.
- Let cool completely before opening.
- Oven Method: Pour condensed milk into a baking dish.
- Cover with foil and place in a water bath.
- Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 1–1.5 hours.
- Stovetop Method: Pour milk into a saucepan.
- Cook on low heat, stirring continuously.
- Cook until thick and golden.
Notes
Always ensure the can is fully submerged in water during boiling to prevent hazards. Let it cool completely before opening. Add vanilla or sea salt for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg