How To Make Evaporated Milk

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.

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. 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.

1 – Pour

Pour the milk of your choice into a pot.

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.

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!