Quick Homemade Sweetened Condensed Milk
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Quick Homemade Sweetened Condensed Milk

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By Marie Lefebvre · Updated October 12, 2026

Make your own sweetened condensed milk in just 5 minutes using 4 simple pantry staples. This budget-friendly, preservative-free recipe is the perfect base for cakes, fudge, ice cream, and so much more.

Prep⏱️ 5 min
Servings👥 1 servings
Difficulty📊 Very Easy
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🛒 Ingredients

1 servings

1
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk powder
  • 1 cup (240 ml) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • ½ cup (120 ml) warm water

Directions

  1. 1

    Warm the water until lukewarm (around 40 °C / 104 °F) — do not bring to a boil.

  2. 2

    Add all ingredients — milk powder, sugar, butter, and warm water — to a blender.

  3. 3

    For a pourable, liquid consistency, blend on high speed for about 30 seconds.

  4. 4

    For a thicker, creamier texture, blend continuously for 3 to 5 minutes until smooth and velvety.

  5. 5

    Use immediately in your favorite recipe or store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

💡 Chef's Tip

Add a drop of pure vanilla extract for a classic flavor boost. For extra richness, swap 2 tablespoons of water for heavy cream.