How to Make Dulce de Leche

How to Make Dulce de Leche

This recipe shows you how to make dulce de leche, using a can of condensed milk to make your own sweet, caramel-like sauce for drizzling on anything.

Preparation Time
5 mins
Cooking Time
3 hr
Total Time
3 hr 5 mins
Calories
157 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Make 2 small holes (the size of a finishing nail) on top of can of sweetened condensed milk on opposite sides using a bottle opener.
Step 2
Place can into a small saucepan; pour water to reach high up sides of the can. Bring water to a boil; reduce heat to low. Simmer milk in the can until it turns light to medium brown and becomes thicker, 3 to 4 hours. Add more water to the saucepan as it evaporates to maintain the level.
Step 3
Remove lid from can; transfer dulce de leche to a bowl. Whisk to break up any lumps and to incorporate thicker caramel from bottom into rest of sauce.

Ingredients

  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 3 cups water, or more as needed

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