Dairy Free Evaporated Milk
Discover the perfect solution for creamy, dairy-free cooking and baking with this easy-to-make Dairy Free Evaporated Milk! Using just one simple ingredient—unsweetened almond milk (or your preferred plant-based milk like coconut, cashew, or oat)—this recipe offers a wholesome, vegan alternative to traditional evaporated milk. With a quick 5-minute prep and gentle simmering to reduce the liquid by half, you’ll achieve a rich, velvety texture ideal for soups, sauces, coffee, and desserts. Ready in under an hour and refrigerator-friendly for up to five days, this budget-friendly staple is a 1:1 substitute for its dairy counterpart, making it a versatile addition to your plant-based kitchen. Perfect for anyone seeking lactose-free, vegan, or allergy-friendly options!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or other dairy-free milk)
Instructions
Pour 4 cups of unsweetened almond milk (or your preferred dairy-free milk, such as coconut, cashew, or oat milk) into a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan.
Set the saucepan over medium heat and bring the milk to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent it from scorching.
Once the milk begins to simmer, reduce the heat to medium-low. Allow it to simmer gently, stirring every 5-10 minutes to prevent sticking and ensure even reduction.
Continue simmering the milk until it has reduced to approximately 2 cups. This process will take about 35-40 minutes. Be sure the heat is low enough so that the milk does not boil over or burn.
Once the milk has reduced, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
Pour the cooled evaporated milk into a clean, airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days. It can be used in recipes as a 1-to-1 substitute for regular evaporated milk.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
120 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.0 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 680 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.0 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 4.0 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.0 mcg | 50% | |
| Calcium | 1800 mg | 138% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 640 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
