Dulce de Leche Soul Food Delight

Ingredients

While the original dulce de leche is traditionally made with sweetened condensed milk, our soul food adaptation infuses the sauce with a hint of Southern flair. We incorporate flavors like vanilla and butter to enhance the richness and depth of the caramel. This adaptation pays homage to the soulful culinary traditions of the South. We alse have the original recipe for Dulce de leche, so you can check it out.

• 2 cups (470ml) whole milk 2 cups (470ml) whole milk
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon salt

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 160 kcal / 670 KJ
• Fat: 8g (5g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 22g (22g sugars)
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 0g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the milk, sugar, butter, vanilla extract, and salt.
2. 2.
   Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar has dissolved.
3. 3.
   Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, for about 1 hour or until it thickens and turns a golden caramel color.
4. 4.
   Remove the saucepan from heat and let the dulce de leche cool for a few minutes.
5. 5.
   Transfer the sauce to a jar or airtight container and let it cool completely before using.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Milk — Use whole milk for a creamier and richer dulce de leche.
• Butter — Opt for unsalted butter to control the saltiness of the sauce.
• Vanilla extract — Choose a high-quality vanilla extract for the best flavor.
• Granulated sugar — Regular granulated sugar works perfectly in this recipe.
• Salt — Use a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness of the caramel.

Tips & Tricks

• Stir the mixture occasionally while simmering to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the saucepan.
• Adjust the cooking time based on your desired thickness of the dulce de leche.
• If the sauce becomes too thick after cooling, gently reheat it and add a splash of milk to achieve the desired consistency.
• Drizzle the dulce de leche over ice cream, pancakes, waffles, or use it as a dip for fruits.
• For a Southern twist, try adding a splash of bourbon or a sprinkle of pecans to the sauce.

Serving advice

Serve the dulce de leche warm or at room temperature. It pairs perfectly with desserts like apple pie, pound cake, or banana pudding. Drizzle it over warm biscuits or use it as a sweet sauce for bread pudding. The possibilities are endless!

Presentation advice

Transfer the dulce de leche to a decorative jar or airtight container. Consider adding a ribbon or label with the name of the sauce for a charming touch. Place it on a dessert table or gift it to friends and family as a homemade treat.