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Homemade Dulce de Leche recipe

Homemade Dulce de Leche

c
@cocinero44
Latin AmericanDessertCondimentVegetarian

Hello! Today, I want to share with you the recipe for Dulce de Leche that we made a few days ago. Please keep in mind that this preparation takes a lot of time—at least 8 hours to be ready. The recipe itself is very simple, but you need to be very careful to prevent it from sticking to the pot or burning at the bottom. If it starts to stick or burn, the solution is...

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Prep Time
5min
Cook Time
8hr 0min
Total Time
8hr 5min

Ingredients

20 Servings
(1 serving = Approximately 2 tbsp)
  • milk
    milk
    4L
  • sugar
    sugar
    1kg
  • stick cinnamon
    stick cinnamon
    1
  • bean vanilla
    bean vanilla
    1
  • as needed water
    as needed water

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Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

248.0kcal (12.4%)

Protein

6.6g (13.2%)

Carbs

52.0g (18.91%)

Sugars

52.0g (100%)

Healthy Fat

2.6g

Unhealthy Fat

4.8g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Prep Time
5min
Cook Time
8hr 0min
Total Time
8hr 5min

How to make Homemade Dulce de Leche

  1. Step 1

    Pour the milk into a large saucepan and bring it to a boil.

  2. Step 2

    Once the milk reaches boiling point, add the cinnamon stick, vanilla bean, and sugar.

  3. Step 3

    Lower the heat to very low and cook slowly, stirring constantly, for approximately 8 hours.

  4. Step 4

    Add water as needed to achieve the desired consistency.

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Nutrition (per serving)

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

248.0kcal (12.4%)

Protein

6.6g (13.2%)

Carbs

52.0g (18.91%)

Sugars

52.0g (100%)

Healthy Fat

2.6g

Unhealthy Fat

4.8g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Be very careful to prevent the mixture from sticking to the pot or burning at the bottom. If it starts to stick or burn, transfer it to a different pot and continue cooking.

FAQS

  1. Can I use a different type of milk?

    Yes, you can use other types of milk, but whole milk is recommended for the best texture and flavor.

  2. How can I tell when the Dulce de Leche is ready?

    The Dulce de Leche is ready when it has a thick, caramel-like consistency and a rich golden-brown color.

  3. Can I reduce the cooking time?

    The slow cooking process is essential for achieving the authentic flavor and texture, so reducing the time may compromise the result.

  4. How should I store Dulce de Leche?

    Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

  5. Can I use Dulce de Leche in baking?

    Yes, Dulce de Leche is versatile and can be used as a filling, topping, or ingredient in various desserts.

c

@cocinero44

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Homemade Dulce de Leche recipe