Pour the evaporated milk into your saucepan and dump in the sugar. Give it a good stir over medium heat. You want the sugar to dissolve completely—that’s your first victory.
Once it’s smooth, let it come to a gentle simmer. Do not walk away. Condensed milk can scorch faster than you can say “caramel disaster.” Stir frequently, scraping the bottom and sides.
After about 10–15 minutes, you’ll notice it thickening. The biggest tell? It should coat the back of a spoon like a luxurious blanket. That’s your cue.
The Patience Payoff
Remove it from heat and let it cool for a few minutes. It will thicken even more as it cools. Stir in your pinch of salt to balance the sweetness—trust me, salt makes everything sing.
Diy Sweetened Condensed Milk From Evaporated Milk at John Galindo blog
Pour it into a jar and let it cool completely before refrigerating. It keeps for weeks, but honestly? It won’t last that long.
