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Dulce De Leche Recipe

Dulce De Leche Recipe

Dulce De Leche Recipe: A rich, creamy caramel-like sauce made by slowly heating sweetened condensed milk. Perfect for drizzling on desserts, spreading on toast, or enjoying by the spoonful.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 1 Batch
Course: Dessert, Sauce
Cuisine: American, Lathin American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk

Equipment

  • Deep pot or Dutch oven
  • Mason jars or heatproof containers
  • Aluminum foil (if using oven method)
  • Baking dish (for water bath if using oven)
  • Can opener (if needed)
  • Spoon for stirring

Method
 

  1. There are a few ways to make dulce de leche, but I’m giving you the oven and stovetop methods — both easy, both delicious.
Method 1: Oven-Baked Dulce De Leche
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pour the sweetened condensed milk into a shallow glass baking dish or pie plate.
  3. Cover it tightly with aluminum foil.
  4. Place that dish inside a larger baking pan and fill the outer pan with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the inner dish.
  5. Bake for 2 to 2.5 hours, checking every 45 minutes to add more water if needed.
  6. When it’s thick and golden brown, give it a good whisk to smooth out the texture.
  7. Tip: The longer you cook it, the deeper and richer the flavor.
Method 2: Stovetop Can Method (No Opening Required)
  1. Remove the label from the can.
  2. Place the unopened can in a large pot and cover with water by at least 2 inches.
  3. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 2.5 to 3 hours.
  4. Keep the can fully submerged — top up the water as needed.
  5. Remove the can with tongs and let it cool completely before opening.
  6. Tip: Do NOT open the can while it’s hot. Trust me, the steam can be intense.