Effortless DIY Condensed Milk (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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1/2 to 3/4 cup sugar.
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1/4 teaspoon table salt.
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2 cups full-fat milk.
# Instructions:
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In a medium pot, combine milk, salt, and sugar over medium heat. Stir constantly until the sugar blends in fully.
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Turn the heat to low and let it simmer gently. Don't stir much—just scrape the bottom now and then. Cook for about 30–45 minutes.
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When the liquid reduces by half and looks like maple syrup, stir in the vanilla.
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If there's froth or bits, pour it through a fine mesh to get a smooth liquid. Let it cool down fully.
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Put it in an airtight jar and refrigerate for up to a month. To use, warm it just a bit to make it easier to pour.
# Notes:
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A smaller pot can make the process faster.
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It thickens up a lot as it cools down.
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Avoid stirring once the sugar melts.