The Secret to Perfect Dulce de Leche at Home—No Cans Needed

Skip the shortcuts—this is the real deal. Made from scratch with just a few pantry staples, this traditional dulce de leche recipe is pure caramel gold.

How to Make Authentic Dulce de Leche from Scratch – No Cans, Just Real Ingredients

Discover how to make authentic homemade dulce de leche using only milk, sugar, baking soda, and vanilla—no cans, no shortcuts. This slow-simmered Latin American classic transforms simple ingredients into a rich, velvety caramel spread that’s perfect on everything from pancakes and toast to cakes, cookies, or just by the spoonful.

My step-by-step dulce de leche recipe carousel walks you through the process in a way that’s easy, rewarding, and foolproof—even for beginner cooks. Plus, you’ll get a pro tip on swapping in evaporated milk for an even deeper, more indulgent flavor.

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Creamy Homemade Dulce de Leche – Traditional & Irresistible

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