Dulce de Leche
Dulce de Leche, or sweet milk, made by heating a can of sweetened condensed milk until it thickens and develops a rich, caramel-like flavor and color.
Servings: 24 tablespoons
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Remove the paper label from the can of sweetened condensed milk and check for dents. If there are any dents near the sealed edges or seams, discard it and use a different can.
- Place the can into a large pot.
- Fill the pot with water until the can is covered with at least 2 inches of water, completely submerged.
- Heat over medium-high heat until boiling. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium. Simmer for 2 hours for a golden color and mild flavor, or up to 3 hours for a darker color and more robust flavor. (If the water level drops below the top of the can, you will need to add more boiling water.)
- Drain the water and allow the can to come to room temperature before opening (3-4 hours). (PLEASE NOTE: Because the can is pressurized, attempting this step too early can cause the can to spray hot liquid. Make sure to wait until it is completely cooled.)
- Once completely cooled, open the can as normal.