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Dulce de Leche

A classic Argentine milk caramel, slowly cooked until thick, glossy, and caramel-colored.

  • 2 hr 5 min
  • 150 kcal
  • Vegetarian
  • Argentinian
  • Dessert
  • Gluten-free

Mellowpan tip: Makes 12 servings, plenty to share.

Dulce de Leche

Ingredients

For 12 servings

Steps

  1. Step 1:

    In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, mix the milk, sugar, and baking powder.

  2. Step 2:

    Cook over low heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

  3. Step 3:

    Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the mixture is thick and caramel-colored, about 1–2 hours.

    1–2 h
  4. Step 4:

    Stir in the vanilla extract.

  5. Step 5:

    Let the dulce de leche cool, then transfer it to a jar.

  6. Step 6:

    Keep the heat low and stir continuously to prevent the milk from burning and sticking to the bottom of the pan.

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