Dulce de leche, or sweet milk in Spanish, is the ultimate in rich, sweet dessert topping. Made with sweetened condensed milk, this dulce de leche caramel is easy to make right at home.
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what is dulce de leche?
Dulce de leche is similar to caramel sauce, but made by boiling sweetened condensed milk. We love to serve it on some of our favorite Mexican desserts, including Churro French Toast.
Boiled sweetened condensed milk, also known as lechera spread, is also available pre-made, but if you don’t have it on hand, making the homemade version just as easy. Follow along as we show you how to make dulce de leche caramel in a can!
ingredients
You’ll only need one ingredient for this easy dulce de leche. Ok, two ingredients, if you are counting the water!
For this recipe, you’ll nee a 14 oz can of sweetened condensed milk– that’s it!
instructions for instant pot dulce de leche in can
If you’ve ever wondered how to make dulce de leche fast, this recipe is for you!
- Remove the label from your condensed milk can. Use goo-gone or similar to help, if needed.
- Place the trivet in the bottom of your instant pot. Place your can of condensed milk on top of your trivet, preferably laying down so you use less water.
- Fill your instant pot until the water covers the whole can. Close the lid and heat on high for 35 minutes.
- When it is done cooking, release the steam and open your pot. Remove your can with tongs because it will be very,very hot and allow it to cool. Open your can and pour into an airtight container.
expert tips
Follow these instructions for perfect dulce de leche every time.
- Allow to cool down completely before opening the can
- helps the texture remain silky
- darkens the color a bit more
- Be sure to remove the label from your can, so there’s no mess in your Instant Pot!
faq
caramel vs. dulce de leche
What’s the difference between caramel and dulce de leche? Caramel is water and sugar, while dulce de leche literally translates in English to “milk and sugar.”
leftovers
Store leftover dulce de leche in a sealed, air-tight container for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.
what to serve with dulce de leche
Serve rich dulce de leche with dessert favorites, such as
- cheesecake
- ice cream
- apples
- cookies
- waffles
- coffee
- pastries
Instant Pot Dulce de Leche
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 can condensed milk
Instructions
- Remove the label from your condensed milk can. Use goo-gone or similar to help, if needed.
- Place the trivet in the bottom of your instant pot. Place your can of condensed milk on top of your trivet, preferably laying down so you use less water. Fill your instant pot until the water covers the whole can.
- Close the lid and pressure cook at high for 35 minutes.
- When it is done cooking, quick release. Remove your can with tongs because it will be very hot and allow it to cool. Open your can and pour into an airtight container.
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