Ingredients:
- 2 cans (28 ounces or 800g each) of sweetened condensed milk
Instructions:
1. Choose Your Cooking Method:
You have a few options for cooking Dulce de Leche:
Stovetop Method:
2. Pour the Sweetened Condensed Milk:
- Pour the sweetened condensed milk into a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan.
3. Cook Over Low Heat:
- Place the saucepan over low heat, and stir constantly to prevent sticking and burning. This process can take 1.5 to 2 hours. Be patient; it’s important to cook it slowly.
4. Continue Stirring:
- Stir continuously as the mixture thickens and turns a deep caramel color. The longer you cook it, the darker and thicker it will become. If you want a light Dulce de Leche, you can stop earlier.
5. Remove from Heat:
- Once the desired consistency and color are reached, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool.
Microwave Method:
2. Pour the Sweetened Condensed Milk:
- Pour the sweetened condensed milk into a microwave-safe bowl.
3. Cook in the Microwave:
- Microwave on low power (20-30% power) in 1-minute intervals, stirring after each interval. Continue this process until it reaches the desired consistency. It will take around 10-20 minutes, depending on your microwave.
4. Remove from Microwave:
- Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave and let it cool.
Oven Method:
2. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
3. Pour the Sweetened Condensed Milk:
- Pour the sweetened condensed milk into an ovenproof dish, such as a glass or ceramic casserole dish.
4. Cover the Dish:
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
5. Place in the Oven:
- Place the covered dish in the preheated oven for approximately 1.5 to 2 hours or until the Dulce de Leche reaches the desired color and consistency. Check and stir every 30 minutes.
6. Remove from the Oven:
- Once it’s ready, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool.
Serving Size:
The quantity of Dulce de Leche you get from this recipe depends on how thick you cook it and how long you cook it. It will yield roughly 2 to 2.5 cups. You can store it in a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for later use.
