How to Make Creamy Manjar (Dulce de Leche) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Creamy Manjar, also known as Dulce de Leche, is a traditional Latin American delicacy that has been enjoyed for centuries. This sweet and creamy caramel-like treat is made by slowly cooking sweetened milk until it becomes thick and luscious. The result is a rich and indulgent dessert that is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

The origins of Manjar can be traced back to Argentina, where it is a staple in many households and is often used as a filling for cakes and pastries. Howev...

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Ingredients

  • 1 gallon whole milk
  • 4 cups white sugar
  • 1 cup granular sucralose sweetener (such as Splenda®)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 pinch salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 50
  • Yield: 50 servings

  • Combine milk, sugar, sweetener, and vanilla in the biggest pot you have. Place over medium heat and stir until sugar dissolves. Increase heat and bring to a rolling boil.
  • As soon as it boils, combine water and baking soda in a small bowl and stir to dissolve; don't worry if it doesn't dissolve completely.
  • Remove pot from the stove and place in the sink. Add baking soda mixture and stir vigorously as milk will expand rapidly-be prepared! When the mixture returns to its original volume, return the pot to the stove and bring to a very brisk simmer. It may concern you that it will scorch, but it should be practically boiling. Cook, checking and stirring occasionally, until it turns a deep golden brown, about 1 hour.
  • After the mixture has turned dark caramel in color, check it more frequently. The longer you cook it after the color change, the thicker it will be. For a consistency similar to caramel, cook for another 15 minutes. For a thicker, spreadable consistency, cook for another 20 to 25 minutes. For a candy-like consistency, cook it even longer. Just remember that it will thicken up tremendously after cooling.
  • Once you're ready, pour the caramel into a plastic container with a lid, or pour into jars. It can be kept without refrigeration, but with refrigeration it is good for many weeks.
  • Nutrition

    110 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 85mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Total Sugars: 20g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Calcium: 88mg
    • Potassium: 112mg