Low Carb Doce de Leite

Indulge in guilt-free decadence with this Low Carb Doce de Leite recipe, a creamy and rich twist on the classic Brazilian caramel dessert—perfect for those following a low-carb or keto lifestyle. Made with heavy cream, unsalted butter, and a natural erythritol sweetener, this luscious treat boasts the irresistible flavor of traditional Doce de Leite without the sugar. Slowly simmered to achieve a silky, golden caramel color, it’s finished with a splash of vanilla and a pinch of salt to enhance its depth of flavor. Whether spread over your favorite low-carb baked goods, drizzled over keto-friendly ice cream, or enjoyed straight off the spoon, this recipe is your ultimate low-carb indulgence. Ready in under an hour and perfect for meal prep, this versatile caramel-like dessert can be stored in the fridge for a week of sweet satisfaction!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Erythritol sweetener
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized, heavy-bottom saucepan, combine the heavy cream, unsalted butter, and erythritol sweetener.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the ingredients continuously until the butter has melted and the sweetener has dissolved completely.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom and sides of the pan. Continue to cook for about 35-40 minutes until the mixture thickens and turns a light caramel color.

Step 4

Once the mixture has reached your desired consistency, remove it from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.

Step 5

Let the Doce de Leite cool. It will thicken further as it cools.

Step 6

Transfer to a jar or airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Step 7

Serve it as a spread, over desserts, or by itself as a delightful low-carb treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(750.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1830.2

Total Fat 184.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 110.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 542mg	0%
Sodium 752.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 237.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 0.5g
Protein 0.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 6.6mg	0%
Iron 0mg	0%
Potassium 15mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.6%

Protein: 0.0%

Carbs: 36.4%