10 condensed milk recipes

Iconic treats like key lime pie, dulce de leche & Vietnamese iced coffee just wouldn't be the same without it. Here are 10 condensed milk recipes that prove you should always have a can on hand.

This silky French custard gets a Vietnamese-inspired twist with the help of sweetened condensed milk.

1 UYEN LUU/VIETNAMESE [{ "selector": ".tmgoo-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".zfeze-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Submerge a can of sweetened condensed milk in water and gently simmer it for a few hours. Abracadabra: You've got dulce de leche.

2 THE COOKIE BOOK [{ "selector": ".gmlzw-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".ruqoe-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Choose a bold, strong roast to balance the condensed milk's sweetness. (It's also great with black or chai tea).

3 MATT RUSSELL/TIN CAN MAGIC [{ "selector": ".adfzk-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".xtrnq-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

No need for a fancy ice cream maker here. All it takes is a whisk or a stand mixer to whip up a killer pint.

4 KATHERINE GILLEN [{ "selector": ".akrka-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".oxcca-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

The crust boasts graham crackers, coconut flakes and white chocolate.

5 LOMELINEO'S PIES: A SWEET CELEBRATION OF PIES, GALLETTES & TARTS [{ "selector": ".camkk-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".swnuj-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Made up of two layers of panna cotta, one spiked with Thai iced tea, the other vanilla extract.

6 MATT RUSSELL/TIN CAN MAGIC [{ "selector": ".ntwoa-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".ckcwx-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Just one bite will put you in the Christmas spirit. The gingerbread swirl is loaded with molasses, cinnamon and warm spices.

7 SALLY'S BAKING ADDICTION [{ "selector": ".bpnau-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".iqecn-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

A type of creamy agua fresca, horchata is a Mexican drink traditionally made by steeping rice in water with almonds and cinnamon.

8 ESTEBAN CASTILLO/CHICANO EATS [{ "selector": ".wczwr-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".dabea-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Sweetened condensed milk is the silky, creamy secret to the caramel sauce that holds these bite-sized cookies together.

9 CHRISTINE HAN/ERIN MCDOWELL [{ "selector": ".fplku-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".xwslq-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Condensed milk ice cream has endless varieties. Swirl in store-bough jam instead of our homemade version if you're feeling lazy.

10 KATHERINE GILLEN [{ "selector": ".pkjjw-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".sdiae-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Ready to cook?
Follow the link for the full recipes.

Your Page! [{ "selector": ".wxffc-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "300ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-342px)", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

10 condensed milk recipes

Iconic treats like key lime pie, dulce de leche & Vietnamese iced coffee just wouldn't be the same without it. Here are 10 condensed milk recipes that prove you should always have a can on hand.

CRÈME CARAME

This silky French custard gets a Vietnamese-inspired twist with the help of sweetened condensed milk.

THUMBPRINT COOKIES WITH DULCE DE LECHE

Submerge a can of sweetened condensed milk in water and gently simmer it for a few hours. Abracadabra: You've got dulce de leche.

VIETNAMESE ICED COFFEE

Choose a bold, strong roast to balance the condensed milk's sweetness. (It's also great with black or chai tea).

3-INGREDIENT ICE CREAM
(WITH ENDLESS VARIATIONS)

No need for a fancy ice cream maker here. All it takes is a whisk or a stand mixer to whip up a killer pint.

KEY LIME PIE WITH COCONUT AND WHITE CHOCOLATE

The crust boasts graham crackers, coconut flakes and white chocolate.

THAI ICED TEA PANNA COTTA

Made up of two layers of panna cotta, one spiked with Thai iced tea, the other vanilla extract.

GINGERBREAD SWIRL FUDGE

Just one bite will put you in the Christmas spirit. The gingerbread swirl is loaded with molasses, cinnamon and warm spices.

HORCHATA THREE WAYS

A type of creamy agua fresca, horchata is a Mexican drink traditionally made by steeping rice in water with almonds and cinnamon.

CARAMEL COCONUT MACAROONS

Sweetened condensed milk is the silky, creamy secret to the caramel sauce that holds these bite-sized cookies together.

NO-CHURN 4-INGREDIENT PLUM SWIRL ICE CREAM

Condensed milk ice cream has endless varieties. Swirl in store-bough jam instead of our homemade version if you're feeling lazy.

Ready to cook?
Follow the link for the full recipes.

GET RECIPES

10 condensed milk recipes

Iconic treats like key lime pie, dulce de leche & Vietnamese iced coffee just wouldn't be the same without it. Here are 10 condensed milk recipes that prove you should always have a can on hand.

CRÈME CARAME

This silky French custard gets a Vietnamese-inspired twist with the help of sweetened condensed milk.

THUMBPRINT COOKIES WITH DULCE DE LECHE

Submerge a can of sweetened condensed milk in water and gently simmer it for a few hours. Abracadabra: You've got dulce de leche.

VIETNAMESE ICED COFFEE

Choose a bold, strong roast to balance the condensed milk's sweetness. (It's also great with black or chai tea).

3-INGREDIENT ICE CREAM(WITH ENDLESS VARIATIONS)

No need for a fancy ice cream maker here. All it takes is a whisk or a stand mixer to whip up a killer pint.

KEY LIME PIE WITH COCONUT AND WHITE CHOCOLATE

The crust boasts graham crackers, coconut flakes and white chocolate.

THAI ICED TEA PANNA COTTA

Made up of two layers of panna cotta, one spiked with Thai iced tea, the other vanilla extract.

GINGERBREAD SWIRL FUDGE

Just one bite will put you in the Christmas spirit. The gingerbread swirl is loaded with molasses, cinnamon and warm spices.

HORCHATA THREE WAYS

A type of creamy agua fresca, horchata is a Mexican drink traditionally made by steeping rice in water with almonds and cinnamon.

CARAMEL COCONUT MACAROONS

Sweetened condensed milk is the silky, creamy secret to the caramel sauce that holds these bite-sized cookies together.

NO-CHURN 4-INGREDIENT PLUM SWIRL ICE CREAM

Condensed milk ice cream has endless varieties. Swirl in store-bough jam instead of our homemade version if you're feeling lazy.

Ready to cook? Follow the link for the full recipes.

GET RECIPES

3-INGREDIENT ICE CREAM
(WITH ENDLESS VARIATIONS)

Ready to cook?
Follow the link for the full recipes.