🥛 Homemade Sugar-Free Condensed Milk
3-Ingredient | Low-Carb | Keto & Diabetic-Friendly
Skip the store-bought cans packed with sugar and preservatives. This homemade sugar-free condensed milk is thick, creamy, and just as rich—without the sugar spike! It’s the perfect healthier alternative for baking, coffee, or spoon-licking indulgence.
🍽️ Servings: About 1 ¼ cups (10 servings, 2 tbsp each)
⏱️ Prep Time: 2 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 30–40 minutes
⭐ Total Time: ~35 minutes
📝 Ingredients
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or coconut milk for dairy-free richness)
- ⅓ cup powdered erythritol (or any sugar-free sweetener of your choice)
- 2 tbsp butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free option)
✅ Optional Add-ins:
- ½ tsp vanilla extract for extra flavor
- Pinch of salt to balance sweetness
👩🍳 Instructions
- Combine Ingredients
In a medium saucepan, combine almond milk, sweetener, and butter. - Simmer & Stir
Bring to a light simmer over medium-low heat. Stir frequently to prevent sticking or burning. Let it simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes, until the mixture reduces by half and thickens. - Check Consistency
It will still be slightly runny when hot, but will thicken significantly as it cools. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract (if using). - Cool & Store
Let cool completely. Pour into a clean jar and refrigerate. It keeps well for up to 1 week.
💡 Tips & Notes
- Low heat is key: Don’t rush it—slow simmering gives it the right texture.
- Consistency Check: The final result should coat the back of a spoon.
- Powdered sweeteners dissolve better than granular ones—avoid gritty texture!
- Coconut milk option gives it a richer flavor and makes it dairy-free.
🍽️ Nutritional Info (Per 2 tbsp serving – Approximate)
- Calories: 45 kcal
- Fat: 4g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Net Carbs: 0.5g
- Sugar: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
(Based on almond milk and erythritol; varies with substitutions)
🌿 Health Benefits
- Sugar-Free: Suitable for diabetics and low-carb lifestyles.
- Healthy Fats: Butter or coconut oil offers satiating, brain-boosting fats.
- Low-Carb & Keto-Friendly: Won’t spike your blood sugar or knock you out of ketosis.
- Versatile: Use in baking, beverages, or drizzle over fruit or keto pancakes.
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I use heavy cream instead of almond milk?
A: Yes! Heavy cream will make it richer and reduce faster. Great for ultra-decadent keto recipes.
Q: Is this vegan?
A: It can be! Use coconut milk and coconut oil instead of dairy.
Q: Can I freeze it?
A: Yes, but thaw it slowly and stir well—it may separate a little when frozen.
Q: Best sweeteners to use?
A: Powdered erythritol, allulose, or monk fruit are great. Avoid xylitol if you’re serving pets!
Q: Can I use this in baking recipes that call for regular condensed milk?
A: Absolutely. Use a 1:1 ratio in most recipes, but test the sweetness—sugar-free versions may need a touch more sweetener in desserts.
Let me know if you’d like a printable version, a low-FODMAP variation, or to incorporate it into a dessert recipe!