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Homemade Dulce de Leche Recipe

This Homemade Dulce de Leche is incredibly easy! Just sweetened condensed milk transformed into a heavenly caramel sauce with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Latin American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dulce de Leche:
  • 2 cans sweetened condensed milk 14 ounces each

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Measuring cups
  • Whisk or Spoon
  • Jar Lifters

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Jars - Sterilize your jars by washing them in hot, soapy water and rinsing thoroughly. Place them in boiling water for about 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Fill the Jars - Pour the sweetened condensed milk equally into the jars, filling each to about three-quarters full.
  3. Step 3: Seal the Jars - Secure the lids tightly, ensuring a snug fit for steam to escape.
  4. Step 4: Set Up the Slow Cooker - Place a clean kitchen towel at the bottom of the slow cooker and arrange the jars upright on top.
  5. Step 5: Add Water - Pour water until the jars are submerged by about two-thirds.
  6. Step 6: Cook - Cover and set the slow cooker to low heat. Cook for 8 hours.
  7. Step 7: Cool and Stir - After cooking, let the jars cool in the water for 30 minutes, then stir to achieve a smooth consistency.
  8. Step 8: Store - Let cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating. Store for up to two weeks.

Notes

  • Always sterilize jars to prevent spoilage.
  • Leave space in jars for expansion during cooking.
  • Don’t open the slow cooker lid while cooking to maintain heat.