Vegan Doce de Leite

Indulge in the luscious, caramel-like goodness of Vegan Doce de Leite, a plant-based twist on the classic Brazilian treat. Made with creamy canned coconut milk, almond milk, and naturally sweet coconut sugar, this dairy-free recipe boasts a rich, velvety texture and deep caramel flavor that’s irresistibly indulgent. Slow-cooked to perfection, with hints of vanilla and a pinch of salt to enhance every bite, this vegan dulce de leche comes together with just 5 simple ingredients. Perfect as a spread, drizzle, or dessert topping, it’s a versatile addition to your plant-based pantry. Whether spooned over pancakes, swirled into coffee, or paired with fresh fruit, this easy homemade recipe is guaranteed to delight. Plus, it’s entirely gluten-free and made for sharing, offering up to 8 servings of pure, dairy-free decadence.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:100 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 14 ounces canned full-fat coconut milk
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 cup coconut sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch pinch of salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the canned coconut milk, almond milk, and coconut sugar.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture frequently until the sugar has completely dissolved.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally. Once it simmers, reduce the heat to low.

Step 4

Continue to cook the mixture on low heat for about 60 to 90 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking or burning. The mixture will gradually thicken and reduce by about half.

Step 5

Once it reaches a consistency similar to a thick syrup, remove the saucepan from the heat.

Step 6

Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Mix until both are well incorporated.

Step 7

Allow the vegan doce de leite to cool slightly, then transfer it to a clean glass jar or airtight container.

Step 8

Let it cool completely at room temperature, then seal the container and refrigerate.

Step 9

The Doce de Leite will thicken further as it cools. Enjoy it within 2 weeks as a spread, drizzle, or dessert topping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(882.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1851.5

Total Fat 98.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 346.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 262.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g	0%
Total Sugars 249.1g
Protein 9.4g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 486.2mg	0%
Iron 19.8mg	0%
Potassium 1138.2mg	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: 44.9%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 53.2%