How Long Does Condensed Milk Last? (+7 Ways)

How long does condensed milk last? (+7 Ways)

In this article, we will answer the question “How long does condensed milk last?”, and how to make condensed milk at home?

How long does condensed milk last?

	In the pantry	In the fridge
	Past printed date	Past printed date
Sweetened condensed milk (unopened)	1 year
Sweetened condensed milk (opened)		2-3 weeks

What is condensed milk?

Condensed milk is a milk product that is prepared by removing about 60% of the water from dairy milk. For this, milk is heated at about 85-90°C temperature. Sucrose is added to milk till approximately half the ratio of sugar to milk is achieved. Sucrose acts as a preservative by increasing the osmotic pressure of the fluid, thus, preventing microbial growth.

Uses of condensed milk

Condensed milk is a staple ingredient of some desserts, some of which are described below.

Coconut Flan

Condensed milk is used along with coconut milk to make coconut flan. With a hint of cinnamon, vanilla, and nutmeg, this dessert is an absolute delight.

Key lime pie

This pie has a crunchy graham cracker base and is topped with condensed milk flavored with lemon or lime zest, juice, and fused with egg yolks. Play around with the crust and do not hesitate to experiment with a cookie dough base.

Coffee ice pops

The popsicle is made of a rich amalgam of cream and condensed milk and is drenched in coffee to give a caffeine boost.

Tres leches cake

A plain vanilla sponge is poked with a small skewer to make holes and a mixture of condensed milk and regular or coconut milk is poured onto the cake. When the milk is absorbed fully, it is topped off with caramel or whipped cream.

Brigadeiro

These are small orbs of condensed milk that are coated with unsweetened cocoa powder and rolled onto desiccated coconut or chocolate or colorful sprinkles.

Fudge

Chocolate chips with 70% cocoa combined with marshmallows and peanut butter for a salty hint make for a perfect treat for fudge lovers.

Banoffee pie

Banoffee pie is made with caramelized condensed milk which is poured onto a buttery graham cracker base and is topped off with bananas and whipped cream.

Other FAQs about Milk which you may be interested in.

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How to make whole milk from half and half?

How to make condensed milk from evaporated milk?

How to make condensed milk at home?

With evaporated milk

You will need the following ingredients to make condensed milk from evaporated milk.

1 ½ cup or 300 grams-white granulated sugar
12 ounces can of evaporated milk

Follow the procedure given below:

Pour the evaporated milk and sugar into a pot or saucepan.
Bring the liquid to a boil while stirring continuously.
Keep an eye on the color and consistency. When the liquid develops a pale yellow color and a rich creamy consistency, turn off the flame.
Let it cool at room temperature.
Store in the refrigerator in a sterilized container.

With fresh milk

If you do not have evaporated milk, worry not, use whole milk to make sweetened condensed milk for your desserts. Make sure you have the following ingredients in stock.

100 grams granulated sugar
2 Tbsp or 28.4g unsalted butter
1 ½ cup full-fat milk
Vanilla essence

Follow the procedure given below:

Pour the milk into a pot or a saucepan and add sugar.
Cook on low heat until the volume of milk is reduced to half and it develops a pale yellow color and a creamy consistency.
Melt butter into the liquid. Add vanilla essence for flavor.
Let it cool.
Store in a sterilized container and refrigerate.

With milk powder

1/2 cup boiling water
68g fat-free powdered milk
134 grams of sugar
3 tablespoons melted butter
Vanilla essence(optional)

Follow the procedure below:

Add all the ingredients to a blender and blend on full speed until smooth.
Store in a sterilized container in the refrigerator.

Instead of dairy-based milk powder, non-dairy milk powders can also be used like soya milk powder, rice milk powder, potato milk powder, coconut milk powder, and cashew powder, etc.