32 Recipes That Give Condensed Milk The Spotlight - Tasting Table

"If you love whipping up homemade desserts, you've likely got a can or two of condensed milk sitting in your pantry. This trusty ingredient is made by evaporating around 60% of the water from cow's milk and adding sugar to create a thicker, richer product that's amazing for bringing creamy sweetness to a wide variety of treats. Often referred to as "sweetened condensed milk," this dessert staple is not to be confused with evaporated milk, which is completely unsweetened."

"The unique caramel-like flavor and luxurious texture of condensed milk make it the perfect addition to everything from ice cream and flans to cheesecakes and muffins. As well as sweetening things up, it can also help to thicken the consistency of pie fillings and fudge, and inject moisture into cake batters. There are plenty of delicious creations to explore here, and below, we've rounded up some of the very best, so get ready to be hit with some serious sweet cravings."

"If you have a can of condensed milk and some heavy cream to hand, you can whip up an ultra-smooth homemade ice cream without the need for any fancy equipment. And, this tempting version is infused with bold coffee flavor. Just whip the cream, and fold it into a mixture of condensed milk, freshly-brewed espresso, vanilla extract, and salt. Scoop into a container and freeze until solid. This no-churn ice cream makes for a luxurious post-dinner treat."

Condensed milk is made by evaporating about 60% of water from cow's milk and adding sugar to produce a thick, sweet product distinct from unsweetened evaporated milk. Its caramel-like flavor and luxurious texture enhance ice cream, flans, cheesecakes, muffins, pie fillings, fudge, and cake batters while providing moisture and body. Simple no-churn desserts can be made by folding whipped cream into condensed milk with flavors like espresso and vanilla and freezing. Traditional treats such as Samoan Pani Popo use condensed milk blended with coconut milk and sugar to create a sticky, flavorful topping for rolls.

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