How To Make Dulce De Leche Or Cajeta

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: powdered milk + water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while powdered milk is cost-effective.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

Combine milk, sugar, and baking soda in a heavy-bottomed pot.

Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves.

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low.

Cook for 1-2 hours, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.

Watch for the color to darken and the mixture to thicken.

When it reaches a caramel-like consistency, remove from heat.

Stir in vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Let cool before transferring to a jar for storage.

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