Sweetened Condensed Milk

• To create decadent and easy desserts like no-bake cheesecakes, key lime pie filling, and tres leches cake, providing sweetness and a creamy consistency without the need for baking.- As a key ingredient in fudge recipes, offering a smooth and rich texture, while also contributing to a longer shelf life due to its preserved nature.- For enriching coffee, tea, or other beverages, adding a concentrated sweetness and creamy texture that complements the flavors of the drink.- As a base for homemade ice cream, delivering a smooth, dense texture and a pronounced sweetness that enhances the overall ice cream experience.- In baking, to add moisture, sweetness, and a tender crumb to cakes, cookies, and bars, improving both flavor and texture.- To make a sweet and creamy caramel sauce by simmering a sealed can in water for several hours, transforming it into a rich dulce de leche.

• Provides quick energy due to its high sugar content.
• Contains calcium, important for bone health.
• Source of protein, necessary for muscle repair and growth.
• Offers some B vitamins, which aid in energy metabolism.

Unopened cans of sweetened condensed milk can be stored in a cool, dry place at room temperature for an extended period, typically several months or even years past the "best by" date. Once opened, transfer any unused portion to an airtight container, refrigerate immediately, and use within 5-7 days. Sweetened condensed milk does not freeze well, as it tends to crystallize and separate upon thawing.