Condensed milk was invented in 1856 for Civil War soldiers—boiling milk with sugar creates shelf-stable sweetness without refrigeration.
Homemade Condensed Milk
Whip up your own luscious condensed milk at home with just three easy ingredients! This delightful treat combines sweetened milk with a touch of vanilla and a dash of butter, creating a creamy, dreamy addition to your favorite desserts. Say goodbye to store-bought and embrace the homemade goodness—your taste buds will thank you!
Prep
10
min
Cook
0
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- less than 1/2 cup very hot water (120 ml)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 1 cup powdered milk (240 ml)
🫙Pantry Staples(1)
- 1 cup sugar (200 g)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Pour the hot water into a bowl.
- 2
Add the sugar and mix until dissolved.
- 3
Stir in the powdered milk until well combined.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Heat water to exactly 180-185°F before adding sugar to ensure complete dissolution without creating a syrup that's too thick or crystallized.technique180-185°F
- ✓Use a 3:1:1 ratio of sugar to powdered milk to water by weight for authentic condensed milk consistency and sweetness level.ingredient3:1:1 ratio
- ✓Whisk the powdered milk in gradually over 2-3 minutes to prevent lumping, as milk proteins need time to hydrate properly in the sugar solution.technique2-3 minutes
- ✓Cool the mixture to room temperature before refrigerating, as the starch and protein structure will thicken by approximately 30% as it cools.timing30% thickening
- ✓Store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, as the high sugar content (typically 55-60%) acts as a natural preservative by binding water molecules.ingredient55-60% sugar content
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Prep
10
min
Cook
0
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
Share this recipe
Condensed milk was invented in 1856 for Civil War soldiers—boiling milk with sugar creates shelf-stable sweetness without refrigeration.
Homemade Condensed Milk
Whip up your own luscious condensed milk at home with just three easy ingredients! This delightful treat combines sweetened milk with a touch of vanilla and a dash of butter, creating a creamy, dreamy addition to your favorite desserts. Say goodbye to store-bought and embrace the homemade goodness—your taste buds will thank you!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- less than 1/2 cup very hot water (120 ml)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 1 cup powdered milk (240 ml)
🫙Pantry Staples(1)
- 1 cup sugar (200 g)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Pour the hot water into a bowl.
- 2
Add the sugar and mix until dissolved.
- 3
Stir in the powdered milk until well combined.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Heat water to exactly 180-185°F before adding sugar to ensure complete dissolution without creating a syrup that's too thick or crystallized.technique180-185°F
- ✓Use a 3:1:1 ratio of sugar to powdered milk to water by weight for authentic condensed milk consistency and sweetness level.ingredient3:1:1 ratio
- ✓Whisk the powdered milk in gradually over 2-3 minutes to prevent lumping, as milk proteins need time to hydrate properly in the sugar solution.technique2-3 minutes
- ✓Cool the mixture to room temperature before refrigerating, as the starch and protein structure will thicken by approximately 30% as it cools.timing30% thickening
- ✓Store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, as the high sugar content (typically 55-60%) acts as a natural preservative by binding water molecules.ingredient55-60% sugar content