Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
| 🍶 Milk (ideally fresh or condensed) | 🍬 Sugar |
| 🧂 Baking soda | 🔪 A pinch of salt |
Utensils
| 🍶 Pot | 🥄 Wooden spoon |
| 🧪 Cooking thermometer | 🥛 Can of sweetened condensed milk |
| ⏱️ Timer | 🍯 Hermetic glass jar |
| 🧊 Cooling container | 🌡️ Baking soda (optional) |
Preparation step by step
Total time: 4 h
Preparation time: 2 h
Cooking time: 2 h
Rest time: no rest step
STEP 1: Start by pouring a can of sweetened condensed milk into a heavy-bottomed pot.
STEP 2: Add a small pinch of baking soda to help with the caramelization of the mixture.
STEP 3: Heat over low heat, stirring regularly to prevent the milk from sticking to the bottom.
STEP 4: After about an hour, the mixture starts to thicken and take on a golden color.
STEP 5: Continue cooking while stirring until you achieve a creamy consistency, this should take about an additional hour.
STEP 6: When the dulce de leche has thickened well, remove it from the heat and let it cool before storing it in a jar.
The dulce de leche recipe you can make at home is a real piece of cake. With just a few ingredients, like milk and sugar, you can achieve a creamy and flavorful milk jam. The cooking time may seem long, but patience is key to achieving that creamy texture that will delight your taste buds.
Used in desserts, pancakes, or simply by the spoonful, the possibilities for enjoying this delicious caramel sauce are endless. Don’t hesitate to experiment and create your own recipes with this sweet delight. Each step in the preparation will bring you one step closer to this comforting treat that brightens up meals.
