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DIY: Dulce de Leche

5/7/2012

 
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Have you ever had dulce de leche? It's an amazing caramel, and it turns out that it's very easy to make at home. Score. I also make my own caramel, but it's kind of a pain. And, without fail, when I add cream to that cooked sugar, it seizes up and annoys me. So imagine my great pleasure when I took out a can of sweetened condensed milk, opened the lid a tiny bit, set it in a pot of water, and let it boil for three hours. That's it. It's almost too easy. I see a lot of this in my future. If you're thinking of Mother's day gifts, I can't see why any mom wouldn't like to receive a jar of this, homemade from her loving child. What could be better?

As you can see from the picture, this is fantastic with fruit and chocolate. I put it in some whipped cream (yum!), and it would be delicious with ice cream, in frosting, in a cupcake, brownies...see the endless possibilities? I'm off to make another batch!

Homemade Dulce de Leche
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Makes about 1 1/2 cups

1 can sweetened condensed milk, label removed

If your can of sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated milk!) has a tab, pop that just a bit. If it doesn't, use your can opener to puncture the top of the can twice. If you don't give a spot for the pressure to release, it could explode. Not cool.

Place the slightly opened can in a medium saucepan, top side up, and fill with water so that it's covered 3/4 of the way. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook for three hours. Check back every 30 minutes, and if the water is lower than half the can's height, add more. A little of the milk will seep out, but you'll only lose a couple of tablespoons. After three hours, carefully remove the can from the pan with tongs or a pot holder and let cool. Open, stir, and store any leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator.  

Source: Confections of a Foodie Bride
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Sarah | The Cyclist's Wife link
5/7/2012 02:36:54 pm

Wow! So easy! I never would have guessed!

Crystal @ A Lovin' Forkful link
5/7/2012 11:24:43 pm

I love this and need to try it soon. I have a thing for just plain sweetened condensed milk. Every time I use it in a recipe I always find myself sneaking a spoon or two. This is so easy too. :)

Colleen, The Smart Cookie Cook link
5/8/2012 12:02:32 am

I always wanted to try making dulce de leche, but I got scared away by the possibility of explosion. Making a whole in the can sounds like a simple solution, though. I must try it!

Tricia @ Saving room for dessert link
5/8/2012 12:40:09 am

I haven't made this yet - for good reason! I would spoon myself into a sugar coma! This stuff is fantastic.

Susie link
5/8/2012 01:06:46 am

This is so easy.... I can't believe it. I will have to try making some. YUM.

Holly link
5/8/2012 01:44:41 am

So easy! I must try this.

sally @ sallys baking addiction link
5/8/2012 03:46:10 am

oh my!! This literally has me drooling. Who knew sweetened condensed milk made dulce de leche?!?! You're a genius ;)

Lauren Grier link
5/8/2012 05:07:15 am

This is High-Five material right here. I seriously can't wait to try this recipe!

Nicole White link
5/8/2012 05:28:44 am

I love dulce de leche!! It is sooo easy to make! You can also make it in your crock pot :)

kale link
5/8/2012 07:54:13 am

This looks so SO yummy, I doubt I'd have any leftovers!

Kayle (The Cooking Actress) link
5/8/2012 09:08:28 pm

Oh wow. This dulce de leche looks beautiful! It would make such a great gift!!!

Debra Kapellakis
5/8/2012 11:44:35 pm

I made this once years ago. I just left the can to boil under water. I don't remember for how long. I am going to try this.

Maeghan link
5/31/2012 12:33:50 am

This is a great idea. Can't believe I haven't seen it before. Thanks!


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