How to Make Condensed Milk

Ingredients

• 2 cups (475ml) whole milk
• ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar ((or cane syrup, honey, or maple syrup))
• 3 tablespoons (43g) salted butter
• ½ teaspoon (3ml) vanilla extract
• 1 12-ounce can evaporated milk
• 1½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon (3ml) vanilla extract ((optional))
• 3 tablespoons (43g) butter
• 1 cup (237ml) water
• 2 cups (402g) granulated sugar
• 4 cups (500g) powdered milk ((nonfat or full-fat))

Steps

1. 1

   Mix the sugar and whole milk in a medium saucepan.

2. 2

   Place saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and let it simmer without stirring until the mixture has reduced by about 60% and is creamy (about 40 minutes).

3. 3

   Remove from the heat. Whisk in the vanilla extract and butter.

4. 4

   Let it sit until it cools completely. Get rid of any sugar that has crystallized on the side of the saucepan.

5. 5

   Transfer it to a bowl or jar. Cover and refrigerate for up to a week or use as needed.

6. 6

   Mix the evaporated milk and sugar in a medium saucepan.

7. 7

   Place saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and let it simmer until the sugar has dissolved and it has a creamy texture. If desired, add vanilla extract.

8. 8

   Remove it from the heat and let it cool completely. Get rid of any sugar that has crystallized on the sides of the saucepan.

9. 9

   Transfer to a bowl or jar. Cover and refrigerate or use as needed.

10. 10

    Combine butter and water in a medium bowl.

11. 11

    Microwave for about a minute, remove, and mix until the butter melts.

12. 12

    Pour into a blender, then add vanilla extract and powdered milk a cup at a time while pulsing after each addition. Repeat until all the powdered milk has been used and the mixture is creamy.

13. 13

    Pour into a bowl or jar. Cover and refrigerate or use as needed.