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Dulce de Leche

Argentina · Dessert

Dulce de Leche

snackVegetarianGluten-FreeNut-Free

Ingredients

  • Milk1 Litre
  • Sugar300g
  • Baking Powder1/4 tsp
  • Vanilla Extract1 teaspoon

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine Ingredients: In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, mix the milk, sugar, and baking soda. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Thicken: Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture becomes thick and caramel-colored, about 1-2 hours. Flavor: Stir in the vanilla extract. Cool: Let the dulce de leche cool, then transfer to a jar. It will thicken further as it cools. Pro Tips:

  2. 2

    Stir continuously and keep the heat low to prevent the milk from burning and sticking to the bottom of the pan. A drop of vanilla extract added at the end of cooking enhances the flavor.