Sweetened Condensed Milk Substitute
Craft your own creamy, luscious **Sweetened Condensed Milk Substitute** with just four pantry staples and a little patience! This easy homemade version combines whole milk, granulated sugar, unsalted butter, and a touch of vanilla extract to create a rich, velvety alternative to the canned classic. Perfect for baking, desserts, or even in your morning coffee, this recipe takes just **5 minutes of prep** and cooks down in about 30 minutes until it achieves that signature thick texture and indulgent sweetness. Plus, it’s a great solution for when you’re out of the store-bought variety or want full control over the ingredients. Store it in the fridge for up to a week or use it right away to elevate your favorite recipes. Whether you’re making cookies, pies, or fudge, this versatile substitute is a game-changer!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the whole milk and granulated sugar.
Set the saucepan over medium-low heat and stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, ensuring it doesn’t boil over, and reduce the heat to low.
Allow the mixture to simmer gently for approximately 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching. The goal is to reduce the liquid by about half.
Once the mixture has thickened and reduced, remove it from the heat.
Stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated. This will add richness and flavor.
Let the mixture cool to room temperature. As it cools, it will thicken further, resembling the texture of canned sweetened condensed milk.
Store your homemade sweetened condensed milk substitute in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or use immediately in your favorite recipes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
873 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.8 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.5 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 91 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 97 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.2 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 145.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.2 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 307 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 381 mg | 8% | |
*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.
