🥛 Sweetened Condensed Milk
Step-by-Step Recipe – Perfect for Coffee & Baking
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Sweetened condensed milk is the secret to the richest, creamiest coffee creamer – and it's so easy to make at home! This recipe gives you thick, sweet, delicious condensed milk that's perfect for your homemade creamer, baking, and desserts.
Making your own sweetened condensed milk means no preservatives, no additives – just pure, delicious dairy goodness. And with canning instructions, you can make it in bulk and have it ready whenever you need it.
📦 Ingredients
For Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 🥛 4 cups whole milk – Fresh, high-quality milk
- 🍬 2 cups granulated sugar
- 🧈 2 tablespoons butter – Unsalted (optional, adds richness)
- 🌿 Pinch of salt – Enhances flavor
- 🍦 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – Optional, for flavor
📊 Batch Yield Guide
| Batch Size | Milk | Sugar | Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Batch | 4 cups | 2 cups | 2 cups (approx) |
| 2 Batches | 8 cups | 4 cups | 4 cups (approx) |
| 3 Batches | 12 cups | 6 cups | 6 cups (approx) |
📝 Step-by-Step Instructions
How to Make Sweetened Condensed Milk
Step 1 – Combine Ingredients:
- Add to pot – In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine 4 cups milk, 2 cups sugar, butter, and salt.
- Stir – Stir to combine.
Step 2 – Cook:
- Heat – Place over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Dissolve sugar – Cook until sugar dissolves completely.
- Bring to a simmer – Reduce heat to low and let simmer.
- Cook down – Simmer for 30-45 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Reduce – The mixture will thicken as it reduces.
Step 3 – Check Consistency:
- Test – It's ready when it's thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Add vanilla – Remove from heat and stir in vanilla if using.
- Cool – It will thicken further as it cools.
💡 Pro Tip: "For the creamiest condensed milk, use whole milk and stir constantly to prevent scorching."
🥫 Canning Instructions
Pressure Canning Sweetened Condensed Milk
Prepare Jars:
- Sterilize jars – Wash 8oz or 16oz jars in hot, soapy water. Keep them warm.
- Prepare lids – Place lids in hot water to soften the sealing compound.
Fill and Process:
- Fill jars – Ladle hot condensed milk into jars, leaving 1 inch headspace.
- Remove air bubbles – Run a clean knife around the inside of each jar.
- Wipe rims – Clean the jar rims with a damp cloth.
- Apply lids – Place lids and bands on jars. Tighten fingertip-tight.
- Pressure can – Process pints at 10-11 PSI for 25 minutes (adjust for altitude).
- Cool – Let pressure drop naturally. Check seals.
Altitude Adjustments:
- 0 – 1,000 ft: 10-11 PSI for 25 minutes
- 1,001 – 2,000 ft: 11-12 PSI for 25 minutes
- 2,001 – 4,000 ft: 12-13 PSI for 25 minutes
- 4,001 – 6,000 ft: 13-14 PSI for 25 minutes
- Above 6,000 ft: 14-15 PSI for 25 minutes
⚠️ Important: Sweetened condensed milk must be pressure canned – never water bath canned. Follow processing times exactly.
📄 Sweetened Condensed Milk
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║ SWEETENED CONDENSED MILK ║
║ Perfect for Coffee Creamer & Baking ║
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INGREDIENTS (2 cups yield):
- 4 cups whole milk
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp butter (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tsp vanilla (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Combine milk, sugar, butter, salt in pot
2. Heat over medium, stirring constantly
3. Cook 30-45 minutes until thickened
4. Remove from heat, add vanilla
5. Cool (thickens further)
6. Use immediately or can
CANNING:
- Pressure can at 10-11 PSI for 25 minutes
"9 qts. Homemade Caramel creamer = $13.50" ☕🥛
🍰 How to Use Sweetened Condensed Milk
Creative Ways to Use It
- ☕ Coffee creamer – The secret to rich, creamy coffee
- 🍰 Baking – Use in cakes, pies, and cookies
- 🍦 Ice cream – Makes no-churn ice cream
- 🥧 Pie filling – Key lime pie, coconut cream pie
- 🍮 Flan – Essential for flan and custards
- 🍫 Fudge – The base for many fudge recipes
- 🥛 Dulce de leche – Boil sealed jars for caramel
💡 Pro Tips
- 🥛 Use whole milk – Whole milk gives the best texture
- 🍬 Stir constantly – Prevents scorching and burning
- 🌡️ Use a heavy-bottomed pot – Even heat distribution
- 🧈 Don't skip the butter – Adds richness
- 🥫 Pressure can for storage – Makes it shelf-stable
- 🏷️ Label everything – Write the date on each jar
🛒 Recommended Supplies
Get everything you need:
🔥 Pressure Canner | 📦 Canning Jars | 🥛 Dairy Supplies | 📖 Canning Recipe Book
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
❓ How long does homemade sweetened condensed milk last?
Refrigerated: 2-3 weeks. Canned: 12-18 months.
❓ Can I use low-fat milk?
Whole milk gives the best texture. Low-fat milk will be thinner.
❓ Why do I need to stir constantly?
Milk can scorch easily. Constant stirring prevents burning.
❓ Can I make this dairy-free?
Yes! Use oat milk, coconut milk, or almond milk.
❓ How do I make dulce de leche?
Place sealed jars in a water bath and simmer for 2-3 hours.
❓ Can I use this in coffee?
Yes! It's the secret to the richest coffee creamer.
❓ Why is my condensed milk grainy?
Sugar may not have fully dissolved. Stir until completely dissolved.
❓ Can I freeze condensed milk?
Yes, freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator.
📋 Creamer Pantry Checklist
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║ COFFEE CREAMER PANTRY ║
║ Complete Homemade Coffee Bar ║
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HOMEMADE CREAMER:
☐ Caramel Creamer – 9 quarts for $13.50
☐ Vanilla Creamer – Classic favorite
☐ Hazelnut Creamer – Nutty and warm
HOMEMADE SYRUPS:
☐ Vanilla Syrup – Essential
☐ Caramel Syrup – Rich and buttery
☐ Hazelnut Syrup – Coffee shop favorite
☐ Cinnamon Syrup – Warm and spicy
HOMEMADE CONDENSED MILK:
☐ Sweetened Condensed Milk – Base for creamer
SAVINGS TOTAL:
Store-bought: $35.99 (9 qts creamer only)
Homemade: $13.50 (9 qts creamer)
Total Savings: $22.49!
"9 qts. Homemade Caramel creamer = $13.50" ☕🥫💰
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