Sweetened Condensed Coconut Milk
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
3 /4 cup
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Calories
140 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Sweetened Condensed Coconut Milk
Description
This Sweetened Condensed Coconut Milk recipe uses canned coconut milk combined with cane or coconut sugar simmered over medium heat until it reduces by approximately half and thickens into a syrupy consistency. Frequent stirring prevents scorching and helps the mixture reduce evenly. Care must be taken to manage the heat as it sometimes tends to bubble over, requiring removal from heat to cool slightly before continuing.
The resulting mixture has a rich, creamy texture with natural coconut flavor and sweetness, making it a versatile ingredient in recipes that call for traditional sweetened condensed milk, particularly useful for those avoiding dairy. The choice between cane sugar and coconut sugar impacts the color, with coconut sugar lending a darker tone.
Once cooled, it can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 to 7 days. This homemade version allows control over the sweetness and the type of sugar used.
Ingredients
- 1 13.5 oz coconut milk canned
- 1/4 cup cane sugar or coconut sugar
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, add coconut milk and sugar. Bring to a low boil, reduce heat and let simmer rapidly for approximately 45 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Keep simmering until the coconut milk mixture reduces by about half and is quite thick - you should end up with about 3/4 cup of liquid. Sometimes it might seem like the mixture is going to boil over. If this happens, remove the pan from the heat until the mixture goes down and reduce the heat before putting the pan back on the stovetop.
- Remove from the heat and let cool before using in a recipe or storing for later. For storage, place sweetened condensed milk in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5-7 days.
Notes
- Using coconut sugar instead of cane sugar results in a darker colored sweetened condensed coconut milk.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3/4 cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 140 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2Tablespoons | |
| Calories | 140kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Sodium | 10mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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