Homemade Manjar Dulce de Leche Recipe

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Homemade Manjar Dulce de Leche Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 21, 2024

Indulge in the rich and velvety sweetness of homemade Manjar Dulce de Leche with this simple recipe. Made with just a few basic ingredients, this classic South American treat is perfect for spreading on toast, drizzling over ice cream, or using as a filling for pastries.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, combine the milk, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 45 minutes or until the mixture thickens and turns a light caramel color.
  4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Let the Manjar Dulce de Leche cool before transferring it to a jar or container for storage.
  6. Enjoy your homemade Manjar Dulce de Leche on toast, desserts, or straight from the jar!

Interesting Facts

  • Manjar Dulce de Leche is known by different names in various countries, including Cajeta in Mexico and Arequipe in Colombia.
  • The slow cooking process is key to developing the rich caramel flavor of Manjar Dulce de Leche.
  • In Argentina, Manjar Dulce de Leche is often used as a filling for alfajores, a popular sandwich cookie.