Master These Indulgent Condensed Milk Treats

Is condensed milk your go-to baking condiment? Then move over custards and ice creams and try these easy-to-make dessert recipes which are perfect for Christmas!

Condensed milk is one of the best ingredients to bake with; it offers a ready sweetness since it’s already sweetened and it also eliminates the need to add additional sugar. Condensed milk is moderately dense and quite pourable, it also adds a thick consistency to any dish. It’s particularly useful in recipes like fudge, puddings, custards and sponge cakes which need creaminess or added moisture. Moreover, several condensed milk desserts are no-bake and may require minimal cooking. This makes them quick and easy to prepare. So if you’re planning to use condensed milk for festive desserts, here are some ideas:

Easy Tres Leches Cake

Ingredients:

• 1 box of yellow cake mix
• 1 can of condensed milk
• 1 can of evaporated milk
• 1 cup of whole milk
• Whipped cream for topping

Method:

• Bake the yellow sponge cake according to the package instructions and poke holes once it's baked and cooled.
• Mix the condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk and pour the mixture over the cake, allowing it to absorb.
• Refrigerate the cake for a few hours or overnight.
• Top with whipped cream before serving.

Baked Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of graham cracker crumbs
• 1 cup of powdered sugar
• 1 cup of creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup of chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup of melted butter
• 1 can of condensed milk

Method:

• In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, melted butter, and peanut butter.
• Press the mixture into the bottom of a lined baking dish.
• In a saucepan, melt the chocolate chips with condensed milk.
• Pour the chocolate mixture over the peanut butter layer.
• Refrigerate until set, then cut into bars.

Condensed Milk Cookies:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup of condensed milk
• 1 cup of unsalted butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Method:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream together the butter and condensed milk until smooth.
• Add vanilla extract and salt and mix well.
• Gradually add the flour and mix until a soft dough forms.
• Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden.
• Allow the cookies to cool before serving.

Condensed Milk Fudge:

Ingredients:

• 3 cups of chocolate chips
• 1 can of sweetened condensed milk
• 1/4 cup of butter
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Method:

• In a saucepan, melt together the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter over low heat.
• Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
• Once smooth, pour the mixture into a lined baking dish.
• Refrigerate until set, then cut into squares.

Coconut Ladoo:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups desiccated coconut
• 1 can of sweetened condensed milk
• 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
• Chopped nuts for garnish (optional)

Method:

• In a pan, combine desiccated coconut and sweetened condensed milk.
• Cook on low heat, stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens.
• Add cardamom powder and mix well.
• Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then shape it into small round ladoos.
• Garnish with chopped nuts if desired.

Mango Sticky Rice:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup glutinous rice
• 1 can of coconut milk
• 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
• 2 ripe mangoes, sliced

Instructions:

• Cook glutinous rice according to package instructions.
• In a separate saucepan, heat coconut milk and sweetened condensed milk until warm.
• Pour the coconut milk mixture over the cooked rice and mix well.
• Allow the sticky rice to cool slightly and serve with sliced mangoes on top.

Coffee Panna Cotta:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
• 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method:

• In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer.
• Dissolve instant coffee in a little hot water and add it to the cream.
• Stir in sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract.
• Pour the mixture into individual serving glasses or molds.
• Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.

Condensed Milk Ice Cream:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

• Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
• Gently fold in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract.
• Transfer the mixture to a lidded container and freeze for at least 6 hours.