Microwave Dulce De Leche
Indulge in the golden, caramelized goodness of microwave dulce de leche—a quick and easy way to craft this rich, creamy treat in just 15 minutes! Using only two simple ingredients—sweetened condensed milk and a touch of water—this recipe transforms stovetop tradition into a hassle-free microwave method. The key is cooking in short increments, whisking diligently to achieve a silky, perfectly thickened caramel sauce with minimal fuss. Ideal as a topping for ice cream, pancakes, or fresh fruit, or even as a decadent filling for cakes and pastries, this microwave dulce de leche is the ultimate shortcut to dessert bliss. Serve it fresh or refrigerate for later—its versatility makes it a must-have in your sweet-making repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 ounces Sweetened condensed milk
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
Pour the sweetened condensed milk into a large microwave-safe bowl. Choose a bowl that’s deep enough to prevent the milk from bubbling over during cooking.
Whisk in the water to thin out the condensed milk slightly and help it cook evenly.
Cover the bowl loosely with microwave-safe plastic wrap or a microwave-safe plate to prevent splattering.
Microwave the mixture on medium power (50%) in 2-minute intervals, stirring thoroughly after each interval. Continue cooking and stirring until the milk turns a deep golden caramel color, typically 12-15 minutes.
Check the mixture’s consistency. It should be thick and creamy. If necessary, continue microwaving in 30-second intervals while stirring, ensuring it doesn’t burn.
Once the desired consistency is reached, remove the bowl from the microwave and allow the dulce de leche to cool slightly. It will thicken as it cools.
Use immediately as a topping or filling, or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1274 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.5 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.8 g | 109% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 135 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 506 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 215.9 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 215.9 g | ||
| Protein | 31.4 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1131 mg | 87% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 1472 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.
