- What is La Lechera Sweetened Condensed Milk used for?
- It is used in flan, tres leches, dulce de leche, fudge and other desserts, and to sweeten coffee and iced drinks. It is not a substitute for evaporated milk, which is unsweetened.
- Is it gluten free?
- Yes, it is labeled gluten free. It does contain milk and sugar.
- How should I store it after opening?
- Transfer leftovers to a sealed container and refrigerate. Use them within a few days, as the can does not reseal well.
- Can I make dulce de leche from it?
- Yes. Simmering the sealed can in water for a couple of hours turns it into dulce de leche; keep the can covered with water the whole time.
- How does it compare with evaporated milk?
- Condensed milk is pre-sweetened and thicker, while evaporated milk is unsweetened and thinner. Recipes call for one or the other, so they are not interchangeable without adding sugar.
- How many cans do I need for a tres leches cake?
- Most tres leches recipes call for one 14 fl oz can along with evaporated milk and cream. Buy extra cans for larger cakes or double batches.
- Where is the La Lechera Sweetened Condensed Milk cheapest?
- At Target, for $3.39, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the La Lechera Sweetened Condensed Milk?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Target, Walgreens.