Condensed Milk–Style Cream (No Added Sugar)
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
Yield: About 1½ cups
A thick, creamy milk concentrate made with only three main ingredients, suitable for desserts, drinks, and baking.
Ingredients
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2 cups milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based)
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¾ cup milk powder (full-cream or skim)
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2–3 tablespoons powdered sweetener (such as stevia or monk fruit, to taste)
Optional:
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract (for flavor)
Instructions
1. Combine the Ingredients
In a medium saucepan, add:
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Milk
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Milk powder
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Sweetener
Whisk until the milk powder is fully dissolved and no lumps remain.
2. Cook the Mixture
Place the saucepan over low heat.
Stir constantly with a spoon or whisk to prevent sticking or burning.
Continue cooking for 20–25 minutes, or until the mixture thickens to a condensed-milk consistency.
It should coat the back of a spoon and flow slowly when poured.
3. Flavor (Optional)
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, if using.
4. Cool and Store
Allow to cool to room temperature.
Pour into a clean jar with a lid.
Refrigerate until cold and fully thickened.
Helpful Tips
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Thickness control: Cook longer for a thicker result, or add a small splash of milk if it becomes too thick.
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Smooth texture: Whisk continuously to avoid lumps from the milk powder.
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Color: Low heat helps keep the mixture pale and smooth.
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Storage: Keep refrigerated in a sealed jar for up to 5 days.
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Use for: Coffee, tea, desserts, puddings, and baking recipes that call for condensed milk.