Users' questions

What can I use instead of caramel condensed milk?

What can I use instead of caramel condensed milk?

If you can get regular milk you can make it yourself. Low heat, half the amount of sugar per part of milk and cook for around two hours. I would guess you can also use double cream (or thickened) with some sugar.

Can I substitute evaporated milk for heavy cream in caramel?

Can I use Heavy Cream Instead of Evaporated Milk? I use evaporated milk because it incorporates more easily into the caramel so you are left with creamy caramel sauce every time. That being said, if you only have heavy cream on hand, then yes, you can definitely use it instead of evaporated milk.

What is the difference between condensed milk?

The major difference that sets these two canned milk products apart is sugar content; sweetened condensed milk, as the name implies, is always sweetened, while evaporated milk is unsweetened.

Is condensed milk same as heavy cream?

Condensed milk is made by reducing a milk and sugar mixture. This creates a sweet and creamy product, in fact it is usually called sweetened condensed milk. On the other hand, heavy cream is just that, a high fat dairy cream. There is no added sugar in heavy cream so they offer a very different flavor.

Can I use sugar instead of condensed milk?

You can use granulated sugar, honey, maple syrup or any other favorite. I have even tested it with Splenda to make a sugar-free version. The sweetener that you use will change the flavor.

Can I use cream instead of condensed milk?

But, both can be used interchangeably. In fact, heavy cream and condensed milk can be used in baked dishes as well as mixed beverages. But some adjustments will need to be made when substituting one for the other.

Can you substitute milk for cream in caramel?

The answer is yes: it’s possible to make caramel sauce with milk instead of cream, and I want to tell you how.

How do you thicken caramel?

The quickest method to thicken a caramel sauce is by simmering it on the stove, so the sauce cooks down. You can also create a thicker caramel sauce by changing the quantity of sugar or milk in the recipe or through substituting cream for the milk.