Whether enjoyed by the spoonful or used in desserts, this creamy dulce de leche is absolutely irresistible!
Creamy Dulce de Leche
Servings
10
servingsPrep time
40
minutesCooking time
30
minutesCreamy dulce de leche is one of the most traditional desserts in Latin American and Brazilian cuisine.
Ingredients
150 ml milk
5 tablespoons sugar (100 g)
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 carton sweetened condensed milk (395 g)
1/2 carton heavy cream (100 g)
Directions
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt the sugar over medium heat until it caramelizes.
- Carefully pour in the milk and stir well. Add the butter or margarine and stir until melted.
- Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk, stirring constantly.
- Continue stirring over low heat until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the bottom of the pan. Remove from the heat.
- Add the heavy cream and mix until smooth and well combined. Transfer to another container.
- Allow the creamy dulce de leche to cool before serving. Store in a covered container in the refrigerator.
