Dessert

Manjar (Dulce De Leche)

Name: Manjar (Dulce De Leche)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Unknown
Ingredients: 1 quart Milk; 1 cup Sugar; 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract; 1/4 tsp Baking Powder

Manjar (Dulce De Leche) is a classic dessert that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully baked or prepared featuring Milk, Vanilla Extract and Baking Powder, the components balance delicate sweetness and satisfying texture.

Enjoy warm or chilled alongside fresh vanilla custard, whipped cream, or a freshly brewed cup of coffee or tea for a comforting finish to your meal.

If you enjoy authentic cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Alfajores.

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Ingredients

Milk1 quart
Sugar1 cup
Vanilla Extract1/2 tsp
Baking Powder1/4 tsp

Step-by-Step Instructions

5 steps

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Step 1♨️ Boil

Bring milk, sugar, and vanilla extract to a boil in a saucepan over high heat.

Step 2⏱️ 1 hour

Reduce heat to medium-low, continue cooking, and continuously stirring until milk has thickened and turned a caramel color, about 1 hour or more.

Step 3🥄 Mix

Stir in baking soda.

Step 4

Continue cooking until caramelized milk has reached a pudding consistency.

Step 5

Pour manjar into a bowl and cool completely in the refrigerator.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Manjar (Dulce De Leche) carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

You can freely swap milk with firm pressed tofu, seitan, or thinly sliced mushrooms for a wholesome, plant-based stir-fry with equal bite and flavor absorption.

Chef Technique Tips

Ensure all ingredients are sliced to uniform thickness and patted dry before they hit the pan. Searing in a scorching hot skillet or wok creates authentic smoky caramelization ('wok hei') rather than steaming the ingredients.

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