Condensed milk is very popular with older generations (it’s simply a sweetened version of evaporated milk). Often used during the Second World War to serve with tinned mandarins, it’s still a popular quick affordable dessert.
This vegan condensed milk (Jessica in the Kitchen) uses just two ingredients: coconut milk and maple syrup. Another equally simple recipe is at Glow Diaries (plantmilk and brown sugar).
Cats lapping bowls of milk and cream? In fact, cats are lactose-intolerant and should not be fed dairy products of any kind. Read more on food safety for people & pets.
Homemade vegan condensed milk should last a few days, stored in an airtight container in the fridge. You can freeze it for a couple of months, but stir well after thawing, as it will separate.
Plantmilk is now often used, as people become increasingly concerned with factory-farmed dairy milk (which makes up nearly all dairy products sold in England) along with health and environmental concerns. Use it to serve with tinned fruits (mandarins) or fresh fruits (strawberries or raspberries are good).
Where to Buy Vegan Condensed Milk
Nature’s Charm is a lovely little Thai company, which guarantees that monkeys are not used to harvest the coconuts used. It offers a nice range of condensed and evaporated milks, made from oat and coconut milk.
If you prefer to buy, brand leader Carnation now offers plant-based versions in stores.
