How To Make Liberian Milk Candy| Condensed Milk

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.

coconut flakes

🥗Healthier: dried fruit

💰Cheaper: toasted oats

Dried fruit adds natural sweetness without added sugar.

chopped nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: no nuts

Seeds provide crunch and are often more affordable.

Heat olive oil in a pot over low medium heat.

Add condensed milk to the hot oil.

Stir in 4 teaspoons of nutmeg and 1/14 teaspoon of vanilla extract along with half of the dried ginger.

Increase the heat and stir continuously until the mixture caramelizes, adjusting for desired softness or hardness.

Once the desired color and consistency is achieved, turn off the stove.

Oil a platter and your hands to prevent sticking.

Take a pinch of the mixture and roll it into a shape, pressing down with your thumb to form the candy.

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