Dulce De Leche
A rich, caramel-like spread made by slowly simmering milk and sugar until thick and golden. Perfect for spreading on toast, drizzling over ice cream, or filling cakes.
- Total time
- 90 min
- Servings
- 16
- Calories
- 120
- Protein
- 2g
Ingredients
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1.5 cups sugar
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1
In a large heavy-bottomed pot, combine the 4 cups whole milk, 1.5 cups sugar, and 0.25 teaspoon baking soda. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.
- 2
Place the pot over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is fully dissolved and small bubbles appear, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Reduce heat to low and continue simmering, stirring every few minutes, until the mixture turns a light golden color and thickens slightly, about 45 minutes.
- 4
Continue cooking, stirring more frequently as it thickens, until the mixture is deep amber and coats the back of a spoon, about 30-45 minutes more. The mixture should reduce by about half.
- 5
Remove from heat and stir in the 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. The mixture will be very hot and thick.
- 6
Let cool completely in the pot. It will thicken further as it cools. Transfer to a jar and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Tools you’ll need
- large heavy-bottomed pot
- wooden spoon
- jar for storage
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