Microwave Leche Quemada
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this quick and easy Microwave Leche Quemada, a decadent caramel fudge that comes together in just minutes! This no-fuss recipe combines pantry staples like sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, granulated sugar, and butter to create a luxuriously rich and velvety treat. The microwave does all the heavy lifting, transforming the mixture into a golden, caramelized delight with minimal effort. Finished with a touch of vanilla and salt to enhance the flavors, this Mexican-inspired dessert sets beautifully in the fridge, ready to be sliced into bite-sized squares of indulgence. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as an everyday treat, this simple yet elegant dessert is a must-try for caramel lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 ounces) Sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can (12 ounces) Evaporated milk
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, granulated sugar, and unsalted butter. Mix well to ensure the sugar begins to dissolve.
Microwave the mixture on high for 2 minutes, then remove carefully (the bowl will be hot) and stir thoroughly.
Continue microwaving the mixture in 2-minute intervals, stirring after each interval, for a total of 8-10 minutes or until the mixture thickens and turns a rich caramel color. Monitor closely to prevent bubbling over.
Once the desired consistency is achieved, carefully remove the bowl from the microwave. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt until evenly incorporated.
Pour the hot mixture into a greased 8x8-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Allow the Leche Quemada to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator to set for 2-3 hours or until firm.
Once fully set, cut the caramel fudge into squares or rectangles. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2528 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.3 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.2 g | 181% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 211 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 1506 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 456.9 g | 166% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 456.9 g | ||
| Protein | 58.3 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.9 mcg | 39% | |
| Calcium | 2161 mg | 166% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 2663 mg | 57% | |
*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.
