Dulce the Leche Milk Jam
Indulge your sweet tooth with the irresistible allure of homemade Dulce de Leche Milk Jam—a creamy, caramel-like spread made with just four simple ingredients: whole milk, sugar, baking soda, and vanilla extract. This traditional Latin American treat is simmered low and slow for two hours, transforming into a rich, amber-hued spread with a velvety texture and a deep, caramelized flavor. Perfect as a topping for ice cream, pancakes, or toast, or as a decadent addition to your favorite desserts, this recipe brings the magic of dulce de leche straight to your kitchen. With a prep time of just 5 minutes and easy-to-follow steps, it's a rewarding way to elevate any sweet indulgence. Whether spread, swirled, or drizzled, this versatile milk jam is guaranteed to become a pantry favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Whole milk
- 1.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
Instructions
In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the whole milk and granulated sugar.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Once the sugar has dissolved, stir in the baking soda. This will help prevent the milk from curdling during cooking.
Reduce the heat to low, and allow the mixture to simmer gently. Keep a close eye on it, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
After about 45 minutes, the mixture will begin to thicken and darken. Stir more frequently at this stage to ensure even cooking.
Continue to simmer until the mixture achieves a thick, creamy consistency and an amber color, typically around the 2-hour mark. The final thickness should be similar to a thick caramel sauce.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Allow the dulce de leche to cool slightly before transferring it into sterilized jars. Let it cool completely before sealing the jars tightly.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks, and serve as a topping for desserts, toast, or even ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1560 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.2 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 117 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 686 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 295.7 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 297.5 g | ||
| Protein | 31.9 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.7 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 1201 mg | 92% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 1473 mg | 31% | |
*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.
