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Cabo Verdean Doce de Leite | Creamy, Sweet and Traditional Milk Caramel Dessert

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Cabo Verdean Doce de Leite is a rich and creamy traditional dessert made by slowly cooking milk and sugar until it transforms into a smooth, golden caramel. Popular throughout Cape Verde, this sweet treat is enjoyed as a dessert, spread, or filling for pastries and cakes.

The slow-cooking process allows the milk and sugar to develop a deep caramel flavor and velvety texture. A hint of vanilla and cinnamon adds warmth and enhances the dessert's classic taste.

As the mixture thickens, it becomes glossy, smooth, and irresistibly creamy. Every spoonful offers a perfect balance of sweetness with a rich caramel finish.

This homemade delicacy is simple to prepare using basic pantry ingredients and can be served warm or chilled. It pairs beautifully with bread, crackers, pancakes, or fresh fruit.

Cabo Verdean Doce de Leite is a timeless family favorite that brings comforting homemade flavor to any occasion.

Cooking Method

Pour the milk into a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
Add the sugar, cinnamon stick, and salt.
Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer gently.
Stir frequently to prevent the mixture from sticking or burning.
Continue cooking for 60–75 minutes until the mixture thickens and turns a rich golden caramel color.
Remove the cinnamon stick, if used.
Stir in the vanilla extract and butter until smooth.
Let the Doce de Leite cool slightly; it will thicken further as it cools.
Transfer to a clean glass jar or serving dish.
Serve warm or chilled.