Twenty Four Hour Cajeta Dulce De Leche by Rick Bayless
Indulge in the rich, velvety sweetness of Rick Bayless’s *Twenty Four Hour Cajeta Dulce De Leche*, a decadent Mexican caramel made with goat’s milk and infused with the warm notes of vanilla. This slow-cooked masterpiece simmers over the course of 24 hours, transforming simple ingredients into a luxurious spread with a deep golden hue and irresistibly creamy texture. The gentle caramelization process brings out an earthy complexity from the goat’s milk, setting this treat apart from traditional dulce de leche. Perfect as a topping for pancakes, drizzled over ice cream, or enjoyed straight from the jar, this cajeta is the epitome of indulgence. With its unmistakable homemade charm and long shelf life, it's an artisan delight you’ll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Goat's milk
- 1.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
Pour the goat's milk into a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven.
Add the granulated sugar to the pot and stir to combine.
In a small bowl, dissolve the baking soda in the water and add it to the milk mixture. Stir well.
Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring frequently to dissolve the sugar and prevent scorching.
Once the mixture begins to boil, reduce the heat to the lowest possible setting to maintain a gentle simmer.
Simmer the mixture uncovered, stirring every 10-15 minutes to ensure the milk does not scorch or overflow. Scrape down the sides of the pot as needed.
Over the course of 24 hours, the mixture will gradually thicken and turn a deep caramel brown. Stir more frequently as it thickens, especially in the last few hours.
After 24 hours, or once the cajeta has reached a thick and spreadable consistency, remove it from the heat.
Stir in the vanilla extract and mix thoroughly.
Allow the cajeta to cool slightly, then transfer it to a clean glass jar or container for storage.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks. Reheat gently before serving, if necessary.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1638 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.4 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.1 g | 131% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 1118 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 294.0 g | 107% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 294.0 g | ||
| Protein | 34.8 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.7 mcg | 63% | |
| Calcium | 1309 mg | 101% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 2000 mg | 43% | |
*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.
