Homemade Vegan Sweetened Condensed Milk (Refined Sugar-Free)
This Homemade Vegan Sweetened Condensed Milk combines full-fat coconut milk and maple syrup for a naturally sweet, creamy vegan alternative to regular condensed milk. Perfect for desserts, hot chocolate, magic cookie bars, or vegan ice cream, it’s easy to make with simple ingredients. Store in a mason jar or an airtight container, and gently reheat to achieve the perfect pourable consistency. No cane sugar, guar gum, or preservatives needed—vegan, oil-free, refined sugar-free, nut-free, gluten-free, Paleo-friendly, and better than anything store-bought.
Equipment
- 1 glass jars
Ingredients
- 13.5 oz full-fat coconut milk (1 can)
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla bean powder optional
Instructions
Combine Ingredients
- In a small saucepan, add the full can of coconut milk and the maple syrup. Stir to combine.
Simmer Gently
- Place the pan over medium-low heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer — not a boil. Stir frequently to prevent burning or sticking.
Reduce
- Let it simmer for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has reduced by about half and thickened to a syrupy consistency. It should coat the back of a spoon.
Cool Down
- Remove from heat and let it cool. It will thicken further as it cools.
Store
- Transfer to a clean jar or container. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week. Gently reheat to loosen it up if it thickens too much when chilled.
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