Output: Perfectly smooth, no stir, thick, deep flavoured caramel sauce. Sharing of this recipe is both encouraged and appreciated. In a small sauce pan, bring coconut milk to a gentle boil. ", "Thank you for so many ways to do this! And yes it did assist me. Cooled dulce de leche will thicken up. It’s incredible! This sweetened condensed coconut milk recipe is a perfect substitute for making dairy-free treats! Every day at wikiHow, we work hard to give you access to instructions and information that will help you live a better life, whether it's keeping you safer, healthier, or improving your well-being. I’m here to show you just how easy it is… First things first…you can use either type of can of milk for this recipe, (solid or with tabs). The store bought can was filled with pre-made caramel and then closed with a tab top. Can I use the pull tab cans with the slow cooker method? Top up the water if necessary. About the author Holly. There has been some question as to the safety of the original method (although, like many of you, I’ve been doing it for years and years). youtube. The wikiHow Video Team also followed the article's instructions and verified that they work. This is another non-dairy option that can mimic the flavor and consistency of sweetened condensed milk. Dulce de leche means “sweet milk,” and the making of it requires heating up condensed milk. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use. I am making it now. Homemade Caramel from Sweetened Condensed Milk in the microwave: Pour the milk into a large, microwaveable bowl and cover it with cling wrap leaving a small section uncovered. The fact that you can pull the top off a can versus having to use a can opener should be a clear indicator that pull tabs are not as strong. Can I put it back in the crock pot and cook it longer? We opened the can pretty hot so it would not set before we put it in the cookie pie shell. Holly is a wine and cheese lover, recipe creator, shopping enthusiast and self appointed foodie. It is a unique taste that you need to experience. Fill the pan with lukewarm water, then bring the water to a simmer. If you’re vegan or dairy-free, I’m so excited to share that sweetened condensed coconut milk is a thing and it works great as an alternative for regular, dairy-based sweetened condensed milk. Pour one can of sweetened condensed milk into a casserole dish or pie plate. After you bring the water to a boil, turn the heat down to a gentle simmer. This post may contain affiliate links. Once it’s finished, remove the can from the water and let it cool down before opening. Do not exceed the maximum fill line on your pressure cooker. 13.5 oz coconut milk (Coconut-free recipe here) 1/3 cup pure maple syrup, honey, or agave. If you’ve never cooked a can of Sweetened Condensed milk until it magically turns into caramel, you don’t know what you’ve been missing. It will get thicker. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/9\/9f\/Make-Caramel-from-Sweetened-Condensed-Milk-Step-19-Version-2.jpg\/v4-460px-Make-Caramel-from-Sweetened-Condensed-Milk-Step-19-Version-2.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/9\/9f\/Make-Caramel-from-Sweetened-Condensed-Milk-Step-19-Version-2.jpg\/aid474725-v4-728px-Make-Caramel-from-Sweetened-Condensed-Milk-Step-19-Version-2.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":258,"bigWidth":"728","bigHeight":"409","licensing":"
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