If there is an ingredient that is part of most of the sweets that Brazilians love, this is condensed milk. With its irresistible flavor, it enters the preparation of syrups, fillings, brigadiers, mousses and countless other desserts.
The versatility is so great that today we didn’t bring one or two recipes for you to check out. There are more than 60 options to lick your lips and make the “ants” on duty run to the kitchen. That’s right! It’s time to prepare your own condensed milk – or learn how to work wonders with it. Check it out below!
homemade condensed milk recipes
1. Traditional condensed milk: did you know that using just three ingredients you can make your own condensed milk? It takes whole milk, granulated sugar and baking soda. It is the bicarbonate that gives the color of the condensed milk, in addition to helping with the thickness.
2. Cooked condensed milk: have you ever put a can of condensed milk inside a pressure cooker? This is how you make a kind of dulce de leche, creamy and full of flavor. It is important to follow the steps correctly to be successful in the end result.
3. Condensed milk in the microwave: if your time is short and the desire for sweets is great, it is worth counting on the convenience of the microwave. The tip is to use half a can of condensed milk at a time, always in a large refractory to avoid dirt inside the device.
4. Condensed milk from a blender: did you know that you can make condensed milk without needing an oven or stove? This option here takes only three ingredients: powdered milk, crystal or refined sugar and boiling water. Just hit everything in the blender and leave it in the fridge until it’s consistent.
5. Vegan condensed milk with 2 ingredients: this recipe requires more patience than ingredients, but it’s a great option for those who avoid animal products. You only need demerara sugar and plant-based milk, which can be cashew nut, coconut or other milk of your choice.
6. Vegan condensed almond milk: although it takes a little work, it is possible to make your own version of vegan condensed milk at home. The ingredient list includes raw and unsalted almonds, filtered water, almond milk, demerara sugar and baking soda.
Cakes with condensed milk
7. Blender condensed milk cake: this cake definitely deserves a space in your recipe book. It is ideal for an afternoon snack, accompanied by tea or coffee. And you can still increase it with the syrups and fillings you prefer, as the flavor matches practically everything.
8. Coconut cake with condensed milk: you know those cakes that are delicious to eat when they are warm, but are even better when they are cold? This is one of them. The topping of condensed milk, grated coconut and milk is to fall in love with.
9. Ninho milk mousse cake: it’s no wonder that Ninho milk recipes are so successful. They are really delicious! This cupcake is great for all occasions and has an amazing mousse, made with fresh cream, condensed milk, powdered milk and gelatin sheets.
10. Lemon cake with condensed milk frosting: fluffy and quick to make. How not to love? The cake dough is basic, while the frosting is quick to prepare. And it is still possible to make the same recipe with another flavor, replacing the lemon with orange or tangerine.
11. Cake stuffed with condensed milk and Oreo: recipe the way we love it, with stuffed and moist cake. The secret is to moisten the cake with a mixture of 240 ml of filtered water, 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract and 3 tablespoons of condensed milk.
12. Chocolate cake with creamy Ninho milk frosting: prepare the bib, because this cake is really salivating. The topping is one of those sweet, delicious. The recipe is made in layers, alternating dough with pieces of chopped milk chocolate. Unmissable!
Pies with condensed milk
13. Condensed milk pie: the only filling for this pie is condensed milk, which is served inside a sweet pie dough. The secret is to bake in a preheated oven until golden brown, and unmold when cool.
14. Leite Ninho com Nutella: from the directors of “Leite Ninho com Nutella”, here comes the success that is the pie with the two ingredients together. The pie takes 20 minutes to prepare and another 3 hours in the fridge. Makes 8 pieces.
15. Creamy strawberry pie with condensed milk: where are the lovers of the combination of strawberries and condensed milk? The fruit flavor is perfect with the sweetie – even more so in this very creamy pie. The stuffing is just the right amount of sour, you know?
16. Strawberry and condensed milk pie: looking for a practical and tasty recipe for a special dessert? He thought! The base of the pie is prepared with crushed wafer and melted butter. The cream is condensed milk, eggs, cream, gelatin and strawberries. It’s worth putting whipped cream on top, to increase.
17. Bis pie with condensed milk: the first step to make this pie is to take the can of condensed milk to the pressure cooker. This sweet must be mixed with sour cream and chopped Bis. It’s a delight.
18. Farofa banana pie with condensed milk: do you have bananas almost overcooked in your house? They can be part of a delicious pie! In addition to being easy to make, it has ingredients that you usually already have at home, such as sugar, flour and butter.
19. Ricotta pie with apricot jam: if you haven’t tried it yet, you need to give the duo condensed milk + ricotta a chance. It’s out of this world and it’s sweet in just the right spot. This pie is frosted with apricot jam, but you can choose another flavor you like better, like strawberry, orange or apple.
20. Pie 4 milks: powdered milk, coconut milk, cream and condensed milk. These are the four milks that give the recipe its name. The bottom of the pie is made with crushed chocolate chip cookies – it can be Oreo, Negresco or whatever you have at home.
Sweets with condensed milk
21. Original Brigadeiro: nothing better than a good brigadeiro. Here, the idea is to make the traditional dough of condensed milk and chocolate, filling with a combination of refined sugar, water, egg yolks, wheat flour and butter. A treat with a special touch.
22. Gourmet Brigadeiro: upgrade the ingredients and enjoy the delight that is a gourmet brigadeiro. Choose good brands of condensed milk and chocolate for a superior result. It is also possible to make white brigadeiro, replacing dark chocolate with white.
23. Churros Brigadeiro: the texture of a good brigadeiro with the unmistakable flavor of a churros. How not to freak out for this duo? The churros brigadeiro is easy to make and will be a hit with your family and friends. bet!
24. Brigadeiro de paçoca: do you like peanuts? Do you like tasty treats? So get ready to fall in love with this recipe here! Brigadeiro dough is made with condensed milk, cork paçoca and butter. You just need to have a little patience to get it right.
25. Nutella Brigadeiro: with just five ingredients you can prepare this brigadeiro that promises to snatch hearts. The secret is to cook on low heat and gradually add the spoonfuls of Nutella. This recipe yields 30 rolled brigadiers.
26. Traditional Beijinho: condensed milk, grated coconut, butter, crystal sugar and cloves to decorate. That’s just what you need to make this sweetie so popular at birthday parties. It is also worth filling the beijinhos with brigadeiro or pineapple jam.
27. Casadinho: at weddings, this is a sweetie that symbolizes the union. And what a sweet union that is, isn’t it? Brigadeiro black and brigadeiro white together. Who likes? Check out all the steps of the recipe and be surprised by how easy it is!
28. Cajuzinho: cook all the ingredients, let the dough cool and roll it into a cashew shape. Yes, that’s basically the process for making cashews! Then just decorate with peanuts and pass the sweets in sugar!
29. Ninho milk candy: how about a candy that isn’t so sweet? It’s this one! Powdered milk breaks some of the sweetness of condensed milk, leaving this delicious dessert in the right measure. To hit the spot, also use icing sugar.
30. Bicho de pé: two in one recipe! You can either prepare the strawberry brigadeiro in a firmer point, to roll it, or use it as a filling for cakes and pies! Versatility in the kitchen is all good, isn’t it?
Puddings with condensed milk
31. Traditional condensed milk pudding: condensed milk pudding is one of those recipes that has everything to do with a family dessert, weekend, full house. And this option here is foolproof. Tip: the lower the oven temperature, the lighter and creamier the pudding will be.
32. Pudding with condensed milk with holes: some people love a smoother pudding, but this one full of holes is also a temptation. After all, pudding is good anyway! Here, the list of ingredients has a special touch: a tablespoon of vanilla extract. Try it!
33. Ninho milk pudding with Nutella syrup: how about making a pudding that doesn’t even need to go in the oven? A pan, a bowl and a blender, in addition to the list of ingredients, are enough. And that’s not all: the Nutella syrup that covers the pudding is all good!
34. Tapioca pudding with condensed milk and coconut: this pudding is made with granulated tapioca, different from the one made in a frying pan, you know? The recipe still takes condensed milk and coconut milk, in addition to a delicious passion fruit syrup.
35. Chocolate pudding: crystal sugar, water, eggs, powdered chocolate, condensed milk, milk and cream. With ingredients you usually have at home it is possible to make this creamy and irresistible chocolate candy!
36. Maria Mole pudding: a dessert that melts in your mouth, doesn’t need to be cooked on the stove. Who likes? The secret is to use a packet of maria-mole powder dissolved in warm water. The sugar syrup is the final touch.
37. Passion fruit pudding: those who love dessert with a taste of fruit will go crazy with this option. The pudding, which yields eight individual servings or one large one, is made with a can of condensed milk and a cup of passion fruit juice. Decorating with seeds is a charm.
Mousses with condensed milk
38. Condensed milk mousse: is a very sweet candy what you want now? Then play! With two cans of condensed milk, cream, water and colorless gelatin, you can prepare a quick and flavorful mousse.
39. Chocolate mousse: this recipe is for those people who don’t understand anything about cooking. Did you identify yourself? Well, know that the most you will need to make this chocolate mousse is to use the microwave. Let’s go?
40. Nest milk mousse: vapt vupt recipe for those days when there’s not much time. You just need to blend all the ingredients in a blender and then leave it in the fridge for at least an hour. Temptation in the form of dessert.
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