Learn How to Make Evaporated Milk yourself right in your own kitchen! A simple yet extraordinary ingredient you can use in your baking to add richness. The recipe includes step-by-step photos and lots of tips.
I use Evaporated Milk in many of my eggless desserts to add creaminess and richness, which sometimes is missing due to the lack of egg yolks. And one of the most asked questions I get is how it can be substituted, but in my opinion, it’s best to stick to what the recipe calls for.
But don’t fret!
Evaporated Milk is so easy to make, so you don’t need a replacement option or to make a run back to the store to buy some.
You can make it yourself right in your own kitchen!
Homemade Evaporated Milk Recipe Highlights
- It is creamy and rich.
- Easy to make at home.
- The entire process (minus the cooling) should take around 30 – 40 minutes and minimal effort!
- You can use any milk of your choice.
What is Evaporated Milk?
Evaporated Milk is dense, creamy, ultra-concentrated milk. Honestly, it’s exactly what it sounds like: Milk with the water evaporated out. So it’s milk with 60% less water. It is a great milk substitute for coffee creamer or in desserts, as it has a slightly caramelized flavor, which makes it sweeter than regular milk.
You can purchase Evaporated Milk in most grocery stores, but it’s really easy to create at home.
What is Evaporated Milk Used For?
Some people call Evaporated Milk unsweetened condensed milk since the main difference between Evaporated Milk, and Sweetened Condensed Milk is the added sugar in Sweetened Condensed Milk. Both can be used in cooking, baking, or as a sweetener, but Evaporated Milk will add less sweetness.
Homemade Evaporated Milk Ingredients
Believe it or not, making Evaporated Milk requires only one ingredient: milk!
For dairy-restricted diets, you can also use any nut milk or soy milk as a substitute. Any milk will work!
Pro-Tip: If you don’t have any dairy restrictions, full-fat milk works best.
Step By Step Recipe Photo Tutorial
Evaporated Milk is extremely easy to make at home! Check the recipe card below for exact quantities and instructions (scroll down). Here’s a basic step-by-step:
1 – Pour
Pour the milk of your choice into a pot.
2 – Simmer
Simmer the milk, occasionally whisking, being sure not to let it boil, for around a half-hour or until the correct consistency is reached.
3 – Strain the Milk
Separate the skin or curls from the finished evaporated milk using a sieve.
4 – Cool
Let the homemade evaporated milk completely cool before storing it in the refrigerator.
Make Evaporated Milk from Powdered Milk
I highly recommend making your own evaporated milk from fresh milk, but If you are unable to find evaporated milk or don’t have the time to make it, you can combine 1 cup (240 ml) of water with 6 tablespoons (60 g) of powdered milk. Mix well until no lumps remain and use as the recipe calls for.
Frequently Asked Questions
Evaporated Milk is dense, creamy, ultra-concentrated milk. Honestly, it’s exactly what it sounds like: Milk with the water evaporated out. So it’s milk with 60% less water. It is a great milk substitute for coffee creamer or in desserts, as it has a slightly caramelized flavor, which makes it sweeter than regular milk. You can purchase Evaporated Milk in most grocery stores, but it’s really easy to create at home.
Some people call Evaporated Milk unsweetened condensed milk since the main difference between Evaporated Milk, and Sweetened Condensed Milk is the added sugar in Sweetened Condensed Milk. Both can be used in cooking, baking, or as a sweetener, but Evaporated Milk will add less sweetness.
Yes, dairy-free milk like nut milk and soy milk will work just fine.
Both are reduced milk but sweetened condensed milk is sweetened with added sugar, which acts as a natural preservative, while evaporated milk is unsweetened, it has no sugar added.
To make a cup of evaporated milk, place 2 cups of the milk of your choice in a pot over medium-low heat, and simmer, occasionally whisking, until the amount of milk has been reduced in half, about 30 – 40 minutes.
If you are unable to find evaporated milk or don’t have the time to make it, you can combine 1 cup (240 ml) of water with 6 tablespoons (60 g) of powdered milk. Mix well until no lumps remain and use as the recipe calls for.
Storing Instructions
Once your Homemade Evaporated Milk is cooled, cover it and store it in the fridge for up to 5 days. It’s great to make ahead when you plan to use it to cook or bake throughout the week. Make enough Evaporated Milk to use in all your recipes all week long, and you’ll be set!
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Uses for Evaporated Milk
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How to Make Evaporated Milk
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups (480 ml) full-fat milk
Instructions
- Place the milk into a large, heavy-bottomed pot.
- Turn heat on medium-low, and simmer, occasionally whisking, until the amount of milk has been reduced in half, about 30 – 40 minutes.
- Once the milk has reduced and turned a creamy color, pass it through a sieve to remove any curled, it may form. Set aside to cool completely.
- Store the evaporated milk covered in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Eggless Baking Frequently Asked Questions
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Originally posted in February 2021, the post content was edited to add more helpful information, with no change to the recipe in May 2022.
