Condensed milk is a favorite product that can be consumed raw or boiled. The first condensed milk was invented by the culinary specialist Nicolas Apper, a Frenchman who discovered in 1810 that juice boiled in jars has the ability to retain its taste, color, aroma and texture for a long time.

But the French did not stop at such research. He found out that milk is stored in sealed jars for a long time, and when boiled, the jars do not burst. The invention was patented only in 1856, but already by an American. Already eight years later, the first factory for the production of milk in cans was opened in the USA.

In their native country, the product was obtained in Orenburg - at a factory where a blue-and-white label, known to many since Soviet times, was hung on a tin can. Already in those days, the hostesses knew exactly how to cook condensed milk in jars.

How long to cook condensed milk in a jar

If milk with a fat content of 8% is stored in a jar, then it will be necessary to cook condensed milk for 1.5-2 hours over medium heat. At the same time, more fatty condensed milk (8.5%) is subjected to a longer boil - 2-2.5 hours. It is necessary to constantly during this period ensure that the water completely covers the jar.

How to cook condensed milk

Regular recipe

1. Pour water into a saucepan, set it on fire.
2. Lower the jar into the water so that the liquid completely covers the product.
3. The water should boil. After that, you need to reduce the gas so that the water continues to boil slowly in the pan.
4. You will need to add water as it cooks.
5. The bank will have to cool in water.

in a glass jar

On the shelves of stores there is also a product "in glass". You can also pour as much product into a glass jar as needed. This method will allow not only to get boiled condensed milk, but also to monitor the cooking process.

1. Condensed milk is poured into a glass jar.
2. Place a jar in a saucepan, pour water so that it reaches the level of condensed milk in the jar.
3. Put the pan on the fire, wait for the water to boil.
4. The fire is reduced to a minimum.
5. It takes 3.5 hours to cook the product. It is not necessary to stir the product during preparation.
6. Every 20-30 minutes water is added to the pan.
7. The bank is cooled gradually, in hot water.

in the microwave

1. The product is preliminarily poured into a suitable dish.
2. Dishes are placed in the microwave.
3. Condensed milk is boiled in a microwave oven at full power for a quarter of an hour.
4. Every 1-2 minutes, the mass will need to be thoroughly mixed.

• So that the jar does not swell during cooking, and the milk inside does not curdle, you need to constantly monitor the temperature, as well as the water level. Strong overheating of water is unacceptable.
• Cooked condensed milk has a caramel or chocolate color. To get a thick mixture and a pleasant dark shade, the product should be cooked for at least 3-3.5 hours.
• The calorie content of boiled condensed milk is the same as that of a canned product.
• To choose the right product in the bank, you need to study the composition of the product. It is allowed to use only milk fat in condensed milk. If vegetable fat is also indicated on the label, then the product already contains starch, which will invariably spoil the taste of condensed milk.

Recipe for syrniki from boiled condensed milk

• Condensed milk (fresh) - 1 can;
• Cottage cheese - 0.5 kg;
• Semolina - 8 tablespoons;
• Sugar - 3-4 tablespoons.

1. Semolina, sugar, cottage cheese are kneaded.
2. From the dough you need to form small cakes with wet hands.
3. The filling is placed in the middle of the cake - boiled condensed milk. From above it will be necessary to close with another cake.
4. A full-fledged cheesecake is formed, crumbling in flour.
5. Heat up a frying pan, pour in sunflower oil.
6. Fry cheesecakes in a pan until a golden crisp appears.

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If you are faced with a problem and cannot find tasty boiled condensed milk with a good composition, then do not rush to get upset, because there is a way out. I will share with you several recipes for making boiled condensed milk.

Let it take a couple of hours of your time, but you will get a very tasty product. And to make your favorite delicacy really tasty, I will tell you a few rules that guide me when choosing condensed milk in a jar.

How to cook condensed milk in a jar in a saucepan

Kitchen utensils and appliances: spoon, can opener, saucepan.

Ingredients

How to choose the main ingredient

When choosing condensed milk, follow a few rules:

• For the preparation of boiled condensed milk, use milk only in tin containers. Carefully inspect it, it should not have dents and rust.
• Be sure to check the expiration date.
• The composition of condensed milk should be as short as possible - milk and sugar. Also, the quality of the product can be checked at home. Drop a drop of iodine on milk, if a blue color appears, then the product is not of very high quality.

Step-by-step instruction

1. Pour 5-6 liters of water into a large saucepan. We put a jar of condensed milk in it.

   The jar should be completely covered with water, and it is better that there is a supply of water, as the water will gradually evaporate. The water must be cold so that there is no temperature difference.

2. We put the pot on the stove. If the jar of condensed milk was cooled in the refrigerator, then turn on the medium heat so that it gradually heats up. If the jar is at room temperature, then you can set the maximum fire.
   
   
3. After the water boils, set the minimum fire and cook the condensed milk to the desired consistency.

   If you want the condensed milk to acquire a caramel taste, but remain liquid, then boil it for 1.5-2 hours. If you want to get thick boiled condensed milk, boil it for 3.5-4 hours.

   
   
   
4. Be sure to keep an eye on the amount of water. When the water evaporates, add hot water to the pot. Do not pour cold water.
   
   
5. After 2 hours have passed, turn off the fire. We leave the jar in a saucepan with water until completely cooled.

   Important! Do not transfer the jar of condensed milk to cold water. From the temperature drop, the bank may explode.

6. When the jar is completely cool, open it with a can opener.
   
   

Video recipe: how much and how to cook condensed milk in a jar

Watch this video and find out how long it takes to cook condensed milk in a jar until brown.

https://youtu.be/BBfEcS_QNN0

How to cook condensed milk in the microwave

Cooking time: 10 minutes.
Output of the finished dish: 4-5 servings.
Kitchen utensils and appliances: spoon, can opener, microwave, glass bowl.

Ingredients

Step-by-step instruction

Video recipe: how to cook condensed milk in the microwave

From this short video you will learn how long to cook condensed milk in the microwave.

How to cook condensed milk at home

Cooking time: 2.5 hours.
Output of the finished dish: 1 liter.
Kitchenware: large bowl or saucepan, spoon.

Ingredients

Cooking condensed milk

1. Pour homemade milk into a large, deep container.
   
   
2. We put on fire and bring to such a state when the milk is about to boil.
   
   
3. When the milk is ready to boil, but does not boil, add one teaspoon of soda to it and stir it.
   
   
4. Then add one teaspoon of vinegar.
   
   
5. Immediately after the vinegar, add 800 g of sugar and mix the ingredients thoroughly.
   
   
6. When the sugar is completely dissolved in the milk, reduce the heat so that the milk bubbles slightly. Cook for 2-2.5 hours.
   
   
7. Stir the milk occasionally so it doesn't burn. The density and color of condensed milk depends on the fat content of milk. Such condensed milk can be rolled up in sterilized jars and enjoy delicious homemade condensed milk at any time.
   
   

Video recipe: how to cook condensed milk at home

From this video recipe you will learn how to cook condensed milk at home.

Shops and markets are full of all kinds of goods. But it is very difficult to find a really high-quality and safe product. But in the era of the Internet, you can always find a way out and use proven recipes. Try to cook. They make a great addition to any dessert.

Are your kids refusing to eat cottage cheese? Then get ready. So you will be sure that the composition does not contain vegetable fats and other harmful components.

If you love fermented milk products, then there is a recipe for you. And if you are a real turophile, then you can not help but take advantage.

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Not only children love sweets, but also adults. Sweets, cakes, gingerbread, pastries cheer up, bring pleasure. And the real taste from childhood is boiled condensed milk. Yes, supermarkets already sell boiled condensed milk - toffee. But, much tastier gets a delicacy cooked by yourself. Of course, many housewives are well aware of how this process goes. It is important to follow all steps. Otherwise, it will take hours to clean the kitchen. Indeed, with improper cooking, a jar of raw sweetness can simply burst. So, how to cook condensed milk in a jar yourself?

The choice of condensed milk in a jar for cooking

If you decide to make your own boiled condensed milk in a can, you need to pay special attention to the choice of this product. Otherwise, all your efforts will be in vain. Thanks to this popularity, many manufacturers are trying to save on raw materials, reduce the cost of sweets. In the process of cooking such products, it turns into an incomprehensible mass, which is very harmful to human health.

To avoid unpleasant consequences, you need to pay attention to some factors:

• Bank marking. A quality product necessarily has an embossed marking, and not just printed or written. At the same time, it is knocked out on the lid or bottom of the jar from the inside. First, the letter "M" is stuffed, and the numbers. If the last two characters are "76", then the condensed milk is of high quality.
• Standard marking. The highest quality and most delicious condensed milk prepared according to GOST. TU marking is allowed. In this case, plant components are used in the manufacture in large quantities. This worsens the taste characteristics of the product.
• Name. To cook delicious condensed milk, or to use it raw, choose the name on the jar "Condensed milk with sugar". Some manufacturers write "Whole Milk". This option is also acceptable. Other products are not manufactured to the standard, and may be harmful.
• Storage period. Real, properly made condensed milk cannot be stored for more than one year. If the packaging indicates a longer shelf life, it means that preservatives were added during production. With heat treatment, they can turn into a real time bomb.

Pay attention to the quality of the packaging itself. Both for cooking and for consumption in its natural form, a treat in a plastic container is not suitable. Real condensed milk is packed only in cans. Only such packaging allows products to be stored for such a long time without the use of preservatives. On a tin can, cracks and dents are unacceptable.

How to cook condensed milk in a jar in a saucepan?

To cook delicious sweets in a jar, you need to consider some points. First of all, the cooking time of the product is taken into account. How much to cook condensed milk in a jar? If you want a delicate, beige shade, the cooking time will be only 1 hour. To get a dark brown color, you will have to cook the sweetness for about 3.5-4 hours.

Cooking time also affects the taste characteristics, the consistency of condensed milk. The longer it cooks, the thicker it will get. As a rule, such masses are not used for direct consumption, but for the manufacture of a filling or cream for a confectionery product. During the cooking process, the water in the pan will evaporate. It must be added. But, so that there is no explosion, and condensed milk does not end up on the walls of the kitchen, only hot water is added.

Follow these cooking steps:

• Clear the jar from the label;
• Place the jar sideways in the pan;
• Fill the condensed milk with cold liquid;
• Bring the condensed milk to a boil at maximum heat;
• Reduce the fire to the minimum mark;
• Boil the condensed milk for the set time.

If you notice that milk has begun to flow out of the jar, you should stop cooking. Otherwise, the bank will definitely explode. Do not immediately open the condensed milk when cooked. Wait until the product has completely cooled down. So, condensed milk will be tasty, and the container will not burst. Examine the composition of condensed milk before cooking. The required consistency will be obtained only when the milk fat content does not exceed 8%.

We cook condensed milk in a jar in a slow cooker

Today, a multicooker is found in almost every kitchen. With this device, you can also cook delicious condensed milk. As in the previous version, the iron can must be removed from the label and wiped with a damp washcloth. The multicooker bowl must be covered with a napkin (fabric) so that it is not scratched from the tin.

The jar of condensed milk itself can be either laid on its side or placed evenly. You need enough water to cover a little above the jar. But, you can not exceed the maximum mark in the multicooker bowl. If the device has a valve for steam, it should be closed. Thus, the liquid will not evaporate, and it will not have to be topped up.

In the "Frying" mode, the liquid with the jar must be brought to a boil. After that, close the multicooker with a lid, and set the "Extinguishing" mode. As a rule, the temperature mode is set automatically. It should be kept within 100-110 degrees. Cooking condensed milk quickly even in a slow cooker will not work. To obtain a thick, brown mass, at least 2.5-3 hours should pass.

How to make condensed milk yourself?

You can cook condensed milk yourself. There is a universal, classic recipe. To prepare it, you will need the following ingredients:

• Fat milk - 1.3 l;
• Sugar - 0.6 kg;
• Baking soda - 3 g;
• Water - 0.1 l;
• Vanillin - 20 g.

You can cook condensed milk on your own only in a saucepan with a special coating (non-stick), thick-walled. The combination of milk and sugar will foam at first and then start to stick to the bottom of the dish. Too thin bottom will spoil the taste of the dish. If there is no suitable pan, the mass must be constantly stirred.

So, at the first stage, a mixture of vanillin, sugar, water is prepared. Everything is mixed with a wooden spatula. The fire is set to below medium on the stove. The mass is stirred with a whisk until the sugar is completely dissolved. After the syrup is ready, you can slowly pour the fat milk into the mass. As always, stirring, the mixture is brought to a boil. It is important to pour milk not cold, but at room temperature.

The fire is reduced to the minimum mark as soon as multiple bubbles begin to appear. At this stage, soda is added to the product. Since a sharp hissing, seething will begin, the condensed milk must be intensively stirred. Now the condensed milk is covered with a lid and simmered on a minimum heat for one hour. The milk is stirred every 10 minutes.

After about an hour, the milk will turn a delicate beige color. Right now, condensed milk can be removed from the fire, if there is a desire to get a liquid consistency. For thick, boiled condensed milk, you will have to simmer the product for another 40 minutes. After removing the product from the stove, the pan is covered with a lid, and the condensed milk cools down. The already cooled sweetness is poured into a jar, food container, tightly closed with a lid.

Other recipes for making treats

It turns out very tasty condensed milk with cream. In this case, the composition of the ingredients is slightly different:

• Sugar - 1.2 kg;
• Powdered milk - 370 g;
• Cream (33% fat) - 1 l;
• Milk infant formula (dry) - 210 g;
• Water - 120 g;
• Vanilla sugar - 10 g.

The cooking pot should be the same as in the previous case. A mixture of their vanilla and simple sugar, water is prepared in a saucepan. The mixture is simmered over low heat until it boils. At this stage, the sugar has not yet completely dissolved. Once the mixture is homogeneous, it is removed from the gas. Now you can add cream, milk powder, infant formula to the pan. The dishes are placed on a minimum fire, and the condensed milk is constantly stirred. This will avoid the formation of lumps.

The product should languish for 1.5 hours. During the cooking process, the product is constantly stirred, and the foam that has settled on the walls is again sent to the pan. You need to turn off the fire when the mass becomes thick and viscous. Cools the treat at room temperature. Such sweetness will turn out to be very tasty, moderately sweet. In a container with a tight-fitting lid (preferably glass), the product can be stored in the refrigerator for a long period of time.

When preparing boiled condensed milk, various unpleasant situations arise. The jar may explode, the resulting dessert will acquire a viscous texture or a bitter taste. Don't make such mistakes.

Choose the right product for cooking, prepare it and cook it in one of the most convenient ways.

Choice of condensed milk

When choosing condensed milk for cooking, consider a few important rules:

• it must be issued strictly in a tin can;
• it should be that the container is a solid structure without damage: dents or rust;
• it is required that the composition contains only natural products - sugar and milk;
• condensed milk should not be expired.

Store owners pursue commercial gain. To enhance the taste or in order to save costs, they often use chemicals to prepare condensed milk, and indicate natural products in the composition. To determine the quality of the product, pour a small amount of it on a flat plate and drip a drop of iodine. The appearance of a bluish tint indicates that it is not of high quality.

What type of condensed milk is suitable for cooking

Only condensed milk is suitable for cooking, on the label of which it says “whole condensed milk with sugar”. But, on the grocery store counter, there are many other products with a similar name. If you have any doubts about its quality, then carefully study the composition.

Keep in mind that a quality product cannot have a low price. Its average price is from 60 to 80 rubles. A cheap product is most likely made from milk that has been previously diluted with water. It will not be possible to make boiled condensed milk out of it.

Getting ready to cook condensed milk

The first step in the cooking process is preparing the jar. Remove the label from it. To facilitate the task, pre-treat it with water. Rinse the can thoroughly and dry with a towel. Otherwise, during cooking from the label, the water will begin to stain, and the glue will begin to melt and settle on the walls of the pan or equipment where cooking is carried out.

The second important step in preparation is the choice of containers suitable for cooking. The deeper it is, the better. It is necessary to fill in so much water that its amount covers the upper border of the jar by at least 5 centimeters. This will simplify the cooking process and add liquid only once every 2 hours.

How and how much to cook condensed milk so that it does not explode

During the preparation of a sweet aromatic dish with a caramel flavor, such a negative moment as the explosion of a jar can happen. Because of it, walls, ceiling and flooring can get dirty with a candied consistency. At the same time, only repair will completely get rid of pollution. Therefore, first study the question of how not to explode.

The first and basic rule is the observance of the temporary regime. This interval depends on what shade the product should be. An hour after cooking, it will turn yellowish, after 3.5-4 hours the condensed milk will become a rich brown hue and noticeably thicken. If you cook it for more than 4 hours or with insufficient liquid, then the probability of an explosion of a tin can is high.

Attention!

If condensed milk is boiled after boiling the liquid for 1 to 1.5 hours, then its color will become dark, but the taste will remain the same.

Study the composition

A quality product should completely consist of only two components - whole cow's milk and white sugar. To enhance the taste, merchants can use palm or oil, starch or thickeners. Even if it is possible to cook a product with such a composition, it is unlikely that it will have a pleasant taste.

Top up water promptly

Normally, the cooking process is from 3 to 4 hours. Naturally, during this time, the process of boiling water will occur. To prevent this from happening, use a deep container for cooking and pour as much liquid into it as would be enough for this period of time. You can do household chores while fragrant caramel dishes are being prepared.

If there is no suitable deep container, then constantly make sure that the amount of liquid exceeds the upper limit of the can by at least 5 cm. As soon as the water begins to boil away, add it. But, you can only add hot water. When adding cold liquid, a temperature difference will occur, due to which the jar may burst.

Don't open a hot can

A normal desire for a housewife is to quickly see what she managed to cook. But don't rush to do it. It is impossible to open a tin can immediately after it has been in a boiling liquid for several hours. When you try to make even a small hole, the hot sweet mass will begin to fly out of the container, which will lead to burns and damage to the finishing coating in the kitchen.

Peculiarities

Cooked condensed milk can be used for various purposes - to make a filling for a cake, fudge, or simply eat it with bread or pancakes. The standard way to cook it is to cook it in a saucepan. But, there are several other methods for creating brown condensed milk, for example, in a microwave, a slow cooker, in a water bath, and as a container, you can use both glass and tin or even.

How to cook condensed milk at home

If the quality of the finished product is not credible, then cook it yourself. For this, the following components must be present:

• 3 liters of cow's milk, it is better if it is homemade;
• 800 grams of granulated sugar;
• 1 teaspoon of 9% vinegar;
• 1 teaspoon of soda.

Pour milk into a saucepan and bring to a boil. Then, add soda, vinegar and sugar to it. Mix thoroughly after adding each component. Reduce the heat and cook the dish for 2 to 2.5 hours. Keep stirring it occasionally so that it doesn't burn to the sides of the pan. Pour the finished product into sterilized jars.

How to cook condensed milk in a jar in a saucepan

The classic way our grandmothers cooked condensed milk was by boiling a tin can in a pot of water. This cooking method consists of several basic steps:

1. Prepare a deep saucepan with a heavy bottom.
2. Fill it up with clean water.
3. Put on a strong fire.
4. Dip the can in warm water until it is completely covered with liquid.
5. Reduce heat after boiling.
6. Periodically add water so that the jar is always in the water.

Depending on the percentage of fat, condensed milk can be boiled for 1.5 to 3 hours. The higher the fat. The more time it takes to cook it. After cooking is complete, turn off the stove and leave the jar to cool for 1 to 2 hours, only after that you can open it and enjoy the fragrant caramel taste.

How to cook condensed milk in the microwave

Thanks to modern equipment, a woman's life becomes easier and more comfortable. You can also bring sugared milk to a brown hue in the microwave. To do this, do the following:

1. Pour the contents of the can into a glassware designed for this type of equipment.
2. Run the microwave for 2 minutes at 750 watts.
3. Remove the container and mix the heated contents thoroughly.
4. Repeat this action 3 more times. The total cooking time should be 8 minutes.

After each mixing, taste the condensed milk, it may change and acquire a new shade. It is not necessary to continue heating it 4 times, you can stop at the consistency that suits the requirements.

Attention!

Be sure to cover the container with a glass lid during cooking. Otherwise, the inner walls of the equipment will be covered with sweet spots, which will be problematic to get rid of.

In pressure cooker and multicooker

To prepare a sweet dish in a slow cooker, first pour a little liquid into the equipment so that it is just below the lower limit. Turn on the "Boil" mode and wait until the water begins to boil. As soon as this happens, add condensed milk to it and turn on the “Extinguishing” mode. It will turn brown in 2-3 minutes.

Even faster and easier to cook this dessert in a pressure cooker. Lower the jar onto one piece of equipment and fill with clean water. Boil the container in this appliance for 15 minutes, after this time has elapsed, turn off the fire, but do not open the lids of the pressure cooker. Condensed milk should be infused and cooled for 3 hours.

in a tin can

Condensed milk is best boiled in a tin, so it cooks faster, it turns out more aromatic and richer. The main thing is to make sure that it does not explode. Lower it to the bottom of the pot or pressure cooker so on its side, it will be easier to make sure that it is constantly in the water. To make the liquid evaporate more slowly, tightly close the cooking container with a lid.

In a glass jar

If the condensed milk was cooked at home or not purchased in a tin container, then you can cook it in a glass jar. This process consists of several stages:

1. Place a protective mat on the bottom of the pot.
2. Place a jar of condensed milk on top of it, cover it with a lid, but loosely.
3. Fill the container with clean water so that the liquid level is slightly higher than the level of condensed milk.
4. Turn on slow fire.
5. Boil the product for 3 to 4 hours.

The advantage of cooking in a glass jar is that during cooking, you can observe how its color and consistency changes. This will allow you to prepare the kind of dessert that suits your taste.

Attention!

It is necessary to cool the cooked dish without removing it from the water. Otherwise, the glass may burst from the temperature difference, which will lead to the unsuitability of condensed milk. The cooling period is from 1 to 1.5 hours.

No bank at all

It is not always possible to boil condensed milk in a jar, for example, if it is bought in a regular package or cooked at home. You can cook it in a regular aluminum pot or cast iron pan. To do this, pour the candied milk into a container, put on medium heat and bring to a boil. At the same time, stir constantly with a wooden spatula so that the contents do not stick to the walls and bottom of the dishes. Cook until the condensed milk acquires the desired color and consistency.

On a water bath

Constantly monitoring the preparation and stirring the dish is a tedious task. You can simplify it if you cook it in a water bath. Pour the milk into a bowl and place the bowl on a wire rack or colander. Place a wire rack or colander on a pot of water and put on fire. When the liquid begins to boil, the condensed milk will begin to cook under the influence of hot steam. The only thing to do is to add liquid in a timely manner.

The process of boiling condensed milk is simple. When cooking in a pot or pan, stir constantly to avoid damaging the cookware. Condensed milk after cooking increases in volume and it becomes “cramped” in the jar, so open the dishes only after the sweet mass has completely cooled. Experienced chefs highlight two more useful cooking tips.

What to do so that the bank does not explode

A tin can will not explode, and a glass can will not burst only if it is heated evenly over the entire area. Do not allow even a small amount of liquid to boil away. During cooking, make sure that there is hot water that you will add to the pan. Before putting the condensed milk on the fire, check the integrity of the dishes.

How to cook a lot of condensed milk at once

Cooking condensed milk is long and tiring, so cook it at the same time in large quantities so that the sweet dessert lasts for a long time. As a dish for cooking, use a wide pan, it will fit several cans at once. But, first place a silicone mat on the bottom of the container so that they do not roll to each other.

Finally

Boiled condensed milk is a win-win dessert, suitable for independent consumption, spreading on pancakes or bread, using to create a layer for cakes or cakes from shortcakes. A store-bought product is not always of good quality and taste. Prepare a fragrant caramel dish at home correctly so that the result meets expectations.

Everyone remembers condensed milk since childhood. Who doesn't love this sweet delicacy that can be added to coffee, tea, various desserts or simply eaten with a spoon. And then everyone became aware of the recipe for boiled condensed milk. Of course, boiled condensed milk is sold in modern stores. But in terms of its taste, it cannot be compared with boiled condensed milk at home. Do you know how to cook condensed milk in a jar?

Secrets of cooking boiled condensed milk at home

Delicious homemade boiled condensed milk is a wonderful delicacy and an excellent basis for preparing the filling of cakes, pastries, nuts, waffles and other sweet goodies. However, sometimes difficulties may arise when boiling condensed milk - either the jar will explode or burst, or the milk will be overcooked or, conversely, remain liquid. To avoid unpleasant surprises, you need to know a few secrets of making boiled condensed milk at home.

How to guarantee the safety of cooking boiled condensed milk?

Many have heard that condensed milk can explode when cooked. It's true. If you are in the kitchen at this time, you can get severe burns. Well, if hot condensed milk does not get on the face. At best, you will only have to scrape condensed milk from the walls and ceiling. Naturally, such boiled condensed milk is not suitable for consumption. Usually a jar with ready-made condensed milk bursts when you start to cool it. The contents are poured into a pot of water or a sink, and many hours of work down the drain.

So that the condensed milk does not explode and burst during the cooking process, remember:

How long does it take to cook a jar of condensed milk?

The cooking time for homemade boiled condensed milk depends on the fat content of the milk and on what result you want to achieve.

• condensed milk with a fat content of 8-8.5% is cooked for one and a half to two hours
• condensed milk with a fat content of more than 8.5% is cooked for two to two and a half hours or longer, that is, the fatter the milk, the longer it is cooked
• after 1 hour of cooking, condensed milk has a liquid consistency and melted beige color
• after 2 hours of cooking, the consistency is of medium density, the color is pale brown
• after 3 hours of cooking, the condensed milk becomes really thick, the color is melted brown
• after 4 or more hours of boiling, the milk in the jar will become thick, like a toffee candy, and will acquire a chocolate color

What other rules are there for making boiled condensed milk?

There are a few more secrets, the knowledge of which will help you prepare delicious boiled condensed milk.

How to cook condensed milk in a closed jar

In a closed jar, condensed milk can be cooked in two ways - in a saucepan and in a pressure cooker. Both methods take about the same time, but if you use a pressure cooker, your participation in cooking will be limited to only a few minutes. So the second method is great if, for example, you are going to leave home and cannot watch condensed milk cooking for several hours.

Boiled condensed milk in a saucepan

You will need:

• can of condensed milk
• large pot with lid
• kettle or pot of boiling water to add water

Step-by-step instruction:

Boiled condensed milk in a pressure cooker

You will need:

• can of condensed milk
• pressure cooker

Step-by-step instruction:

How to cook an open can of condensed milk

Open condensed milk can also be cooked in two ways - in the microwave and in a water bath. The first way is the fastest, condensed milk will be ready in 20-25 minutes, but you will have to tinker a lot. The second method takes about 4-5 hours. Both options are suitable if you need some boiled condensed milk, and not a whole can. Also, many people like that in both cases you can control the degree of readiness of condensed milk in the process of cooking it.

Boiled condensed milk in the microwave

You will need:

• condensed milk
• deep bowl for microwave cooking
• long-handled spoon for stirring milk
• microwave

Step-by-step instruction:

Boiled condensed milk in a water bath

You will need:

• condensed milk
• small saucepan with lid
• spoon with a long handle for stirring condensed milk
• larger saucepan for a water bath
• kettle or saucepan with boiling water for pouring water

Step-by-step instruction:

As you can see, with all the methods described above, you can cook condensed milk at home. The main thing is to follow certain rules so that the jar of condensed milk does not explode. Boiled condensed milk can also be used to prepare various desserts. Try to make a delicious cake "