Twenty Four Hour Cajeta Dulce De Leche By Rick Bayless Recipe

Experience the magic of authentic Mexican cajeta dulce de leche with this incredible slow-cooker recipe from Rick Bayless's "Frontera." Forget the stovetop fuss – this method yields intensely rich and creamy cajeta, far surpassing store-bought versions. Made with fresh goat's milk (for the ultimate indulgence!), this recipe is surprisingly simple and perfect for achieving that unparalleled caramel-like flavor. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 1440 mins
Calories 932.4 kcal
Protein 42g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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How to Make Twenty Four Hour Cajeta Dulce De Leche By Rick Bayless

  1. Combine goat's milk, sugar, and baking soda in your slow cooker.
  2. Stir well to ensure the sugar and baking soda are fully dissolved.
  3. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 24 hours (1440 minutes).
  4. After 24 hours, carefully check the cajeta's consistency. It should be a thick, caramel-like consistency.
  5. If it's still too thin, continue cooking in 1-hour intervals until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Once the cajeta reaches the desired consistency, carefully remove it from the slow cooker.
  7. Let it cool slightly before transferring it to an airtight container.
  8. Allow the cajeta to cool completely before storing in the refrigerator. The flavor will deepen as it chills.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

532g

Fat

74g

Carbs

54g

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