{"id":9343,"date":"2019-08-20T03:17:14","date_gmt":"2019-08-20T08:17:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recetas123.net\/?p=9343"},"modified":"2026-06-01T21:58:10","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T02:58:10","slug":"homemade-dulce-de-leche","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recetas123.net\/en\/homemade-dulce-de-leche\/","title":{"rendered":"Homemade Dulce de Leche"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Dulce de leche is one of Argentina\u2019s most iconic sweet preparations. It is made by slowly cooking milk with sugar until it turns into a thick, glossy caramel-colored cream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Its tradition is strongly connected to the R\u00edo de la Plata region and everyday Argentine cooking. It is used as a spread, a filling for alfajores, cakes, cr\u00eapes, pastries, and many classic desserts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Argentina, dulce de leche is enjoyed at breakfast, during afternoon merienda, and in family celebrations. It is more than a sweet spread; it is a true symbol of Argentine food culture.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Homemade Dulce de Leche<\/div>\n\t\t
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Preparaci\u00f3n<\/div>\n\t\t\t
5<\/span> mins<\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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Cocci\u00f3n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
2<\/span> hrs<\/span><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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Tiempo Total<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
2<\/span> hrs<\/span> 5<\/span> mins<\/span><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\tMenu:<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tDessert\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\tCocina:<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tArgentinian\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\tPorciones<\/span>: 8<\/span> <\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\tCalor\u00edas<\/span>: 180<\/span> kcal<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • 1 liter whole milk (4 cups)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 300 g white sugar (1 \u00bd cups)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 g baking soda (\u00bc teaspoon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 5 ml vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Preparation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Place the milk and sugar in a large heavy-bottomed pot. Stir well and heat over medium heat until the sugar completely dissolves. Add the baking soda carefully and continue stirring until the initial foam subsides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Lower the heat and cook the mixture slowly for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. The mixture will gradually turn golden and thicken.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Continue cooking for another 20 to 30 minutes, stirring more frequently as it thickens. When it reaches a deep caramel-brown color and a creamy texture that coats the spoon, remove from heat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Add the vanilla extract, stir well, and let the dulce de leche cool for a few minutes. Transfer it to a clean jar and let it cool completely before refrigerating.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Chef\u2019s tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      • Use whole milk for the creamiest and most traditional texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Stir more frequently toward the end, because the mixture thickens quickly and can stick.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Do not increase the heat to speed things up; the classic flavor comes from slow cooking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Baking soda helps create the traditional color and keeps the milk stable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • For a smoother finish, gently whisk the dulce de leche for a few seconds after cooking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Traditional variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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        • In Argentina, dulce de leche repostero is a thicker version used for cakes, pastries, and alfajores.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Classic dulce de leche is creamier and easier to spread.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • In some homes, a little extra vanilla is added for a stronger aroma.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          How to serve<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Serve Argentine dulce de leche spread on bread, toast, medialunas, or cookies. It is also traditionally used to fill alfajores, cr\u00eapes, cakes, and rolled sponge cakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          It pairs beautifully with mate, coffee with milk, or tea during afternoon merienda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Recommended pairings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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          • Homemade bread<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Medialunas<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Butter cookies<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Cr\u00eapes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Alfajores<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Mate<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Coffee with milk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            Did you know?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            Dulce de leche is so important in Argentina that it has its own celebration: World Dulce de Leche Day is observed every October 11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            Dulce de leche is one of Argentina\u2019s most iconic sweet preparations. It is made by slowly cooking milk with sugar until it turns into a thick, glossy caramel-colored cream. Its tradition is strongly connected to the R\u00edo de la Plata region and everyday Argentine cooking. 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