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Have you ever tried making condensed milk? It’s surprisingly easy and requires just a few simple ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen. Homemade condensed milk is a great alternative to store-bought versions, giving you full control over the flavor and ingredients.
Whether you need it for baking, desserts, or your favorite drinks, making it yourself adds a personal touch and ensures it’s as fresh as possible!
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Equipment
- Medium Sauce pan
- Whisk or Rubber Spatula
- Glass Mason Jars or Air tight containers
Prep: 30 min | Total: 1.5 hr
Yield: 8 oz
Instructions
- Pour the whole milk and sugar into a medium saucepan and bring to medium heat.
- Whisk until the sugar has dissolved.
- Allow the whole milk to simmer for about 30 mins, it will reduce by half. Stir frequently so that it doesn’t burn.
- Once it has reduced by half, remove the heat.
- Add in vanilla and butter.
- Return to medium heat, whisking until it’s all combined.
- Pour into a container and let it come to room temperature, then move to the fridge or use it right away.
- If the butter separates while cooling just stir it back together.
- Be sure to shake well before use.
Substitutions
For Dairy: Almond milk, Cashew milk, Oat milk, etc
For Sweetener: Cane sugar, honey or maple syrup
How to Store Homemade Condensed Milk
Store in fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
