Brazilian recipe
Creamy Brazilian Pressure Cooker Caramel (Doce de Leite)
Whip up a batch of velvety, homemade caramel in minutes! This foolproof, one-ingredient recipe is the ultimate sweet hack for your next dessert.
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Ingredients
1 can sweetened condensed milk (395 g)
Where to find ingredients
You can find standard tins of sweetened condensed milk in the baking aisle of any major Australian supermarket like Woolworths or Coles. Look for the classic blue and white tins, or house-brand alternatives in the same section.
Preparation method
- Peel the paper label off the tin of condensed milk
- Use a small knife to scrape away any sticky glue residue, as this can clog the pressure cooker valve
- Place the sealed tin of condensed milk into your pressure cooker
- Fill the cooker with water until the tin is fully submerged, with about two finger-widths of water above the top of the can
- Seal the pressure cooker lid properly and set to medium heat
- Once the cooker reaches pressure and starts whistling, turn the heat down slightly if needed and cook for 20 minutes
- Turn off the heat and allow the pressure to release naturally. Do not force the steam out
- Once all the pressure has safely dissipated, carefully open the lid
- Use a pair of kitchen tongs to lift the hot tin out of the cooker, taking care to avoid burns
- Let the tin cool down completely for at least 2 hours before you even think about opening it
- For the best consistency, it’s worth prepping this the day before you need it
Observations
This recipe is a total game-changer for anyone craving authentic, creamy Brazilian-style caramel (doce de leite). By pressure-cooking a tin of condensed milk, you achieve a deep, rich flavour and smooth texture with practically zero effort. It’s perfect for slathering on toast, filling cakes, or just eating by the spoonful.
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