Homemade Dulce de Leche

1.Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

2.Pour the sweetened condensed milk into a glass or ceramic baking dish.

3.Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.

4.Place the baking dish in a larger roasting pan. Fill the roasting pan with enough water to reach halfway up the sides of the baking dish.

5.Carefully transfer the roasting pan to the preheated oven.

6.Bake for 2 hours, checking occasionally to ensure the water level remains halfway up the baking dish.

7.Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature.

8.Once cooled, stir the thickened, caramelized milk until smooth and creamy.

9.Transfer the dulce de leche to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.

10.Enjoy the luscious homemade dulce de leche on desserts, toast, or as a filling in your favorite treats.