Dulce de Leche Method #2: Sweetened Condensed Milk- Stove Top Method
Make dulce de leche with a can of sweetened condensed milk in a saucepan covered with water over simmering heat for 3 hours.
Ingredients
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- ⅛ tsp salt optional
- 1 tsp vanilla optional
Instructions
- Remove the label from a can of sweetened condensed milk. Place the can in a large enough pot that will allow water to cover the can. You can place a small dish towel under the can to prevent it from rattling around in the pan. Add enough water to cover the entire can by at least an inch. It’s important to maintain the same water level throughout the cooking time, so check the level about every 30 minutes. Add water as needed to keep the can covered. Cook covered with the pot lid. Set the heat on low-medium with enough heat that the water still bubbles the entire time and cook for 3 hours. Use tongs to carefully lift the can out of the pot and place it on a towel on a heat-proof surface (cooling rack). Allow the can to cool before opening it (~1½ hours). Open the can using a can opener and scoop the mixture into a bowl. For balance and added flavor whisk in salt and vanilla. Cover and store in the fridge for a couple of weeks.TIPS: If the lid fits and continues to cover the pot, the liquid should not evaporate thus the water level should remain the same, but check it periodically. You know when the can has cooled enough to open when the can gives a bit when pressed in as the pressure has decreased.