Turn low-carb heavy cream into a keto sweetened condensed milk with this easy sugar-free recipe. It's a one-for-one replacement for canned sweetened condensed milk!
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Why you'll love it
I have so many favorite recipes from my higher carb days that I'd like to rework into keto-friendly versions. However, many of them call for convenient ingredients like canned goods that don't have a substitute that can be purchased easily in stores.
The recipe for my mother's Filipino fruit salad is just one example. It calls for condensed milk in a can. Therefore, I came up with this low-carb, sugar-free condensed milk recipe.
My condensed milk keto recipe uses heavy whipping cream. The result is really sweet and rich milk without as many carbs. But you can use coconut cream if you need a dairy-free alternative.
A 14-ounce can of regular sweet condensed milk contains a whopping 220 grams of carbohydrates, all of which are sugar. My keto condensed milk recipe has about 7 grams!
Ingredients
There are just four simple ingredients in the best keto condensed milk you will ever make. All of these ingredients are easy to find at the grocery store too.
Heavy cream
This is not a dairy-free recipe. You will need to use heavy cream or heavy whipping cream. Try to use full-fat if you can find it.
Low-fat or light whipping cream can still work, but it won't be as thick.
Sugar-free sweetener
I used two different types of sugar-free sweeteners to make my sugar-free condensed milk. I mainly used allulose and a tiny bit of monk fruit liquid extract.
Butter
The butter really increases how thick and creamy the sugar-free condensed milk is. Either salted or unsalted butter will work perfectly in this recipe.
Please note: Check out the recipe card at the bottom for a full list of ingredients used to make this low-carb recipe.
Tips
- This recipe will make 12 ounces of sweetened condensed milk.
- Let it cool completely before you add the mason jar lid.
- Keep simmering until it reduces by half. This might take anywhere from 45 minutes to an hour.
Instructions
This is a very simple recipe to follow. Once you realize how easy it is to make your own keto-sweetened condensed milk, you'll never go back to buying canned again.
Add ingredients to a saucepan
Whisk all the ingredients together over medium-low to medium heat until the butter melts. Keep stirring until it comes to a simmer.
Reduce heat and simmer
Turn the heat on the stove down to low. Gently simmer the condensed milk mixture until it has reduced by half and thickens. This might take about 50 minutes.
Store in a mason jar
When it is reduced by half and thickened, pour the sugar-free condensed milk into a mason jar and let it come to room temperature. Then, screw the lid on the jar and store it in the refrigerator.
Keep it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
️ Serving suggestions
You can use this just like you would use traditional condensed milk.
My favorite way to use it is to add it to my hot coffee as a coffee creamer. You can even sprinkle some cocoa powder in your coffee and have a thick mocha. Yum!
Another way to enjoy it on the keto diet is to drizzle it on top of some fresh fruit. This turns a regular bowl of strawberries into a delectable dessert!
This is also one of the main ingredients in a popular fudge recipe. All you need is some sugar-free chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and this condensed milk. Melt everything together, pour it into a dish, and let it solidify.
You can also use this condensed milk to make homemade vanilla ice cream that is low in carbs.
FAQs
No, it is not the same thing at all. The difference is that sweetened condensed milk is much sweeter than evaporated milk.
Evaporated milk is unsweetened and is basically milk that had about 60% of its water content removed. If a recipe calls for milk, you can usually use evaporated milk as a substitute.
No, this low-carb condensed milk is not dairy-free. I used both butter and heavy cream, which are dairy products.
Yes, you can freeze it. The best way to freeze this low-carb sweetened condensed milk is in an ice cube tray. However, it might not freeze completely solid due to the sugar content.
There is just 1 gram of net carbs in 2 tablespoons of this keto condensed milk.
Many people use ghee if they are on a dairy-free diet. You can also replace butter with coconut oil.
It's really easy to get condensed milk confused with evaporated milk. That is why I always look at the ingredient label on the back. If it lists sugar as an ingredient, avoid it.
No, you cannot consume condensed milk on the keto diet. That is why I made my own. The heavy whipping cream isn't the problem - it is the added sugar.
No, there is no unsweetened condensed milk on the market. That is why I made my own. If you need one without any sweeteners at all, I suggest using evaporated milk. It isn't sweet because it is just milk that had its moisture content reduced.
Related recipes
If you enjoyed this keto-sweetened condensed milk recipe, here are some more keto dessert recipes you should try next! They are some of my favorite keto desserts - I bet you'll love them too.
- Key Lime Pie is bright and full of citrus flavors that make Florida, with only 5 grams net carbs per slice.
- Keto Coconut Chocolate Candy is made with whole almonds, so it is a high-protein and high-fat snack.
- Low Carb No-Bake Cheesecake is a dessert you can indulge in guilt-free since each slice only has 4 grams net carbs.
- Keto Chocolate Walnut Fudge is perfect for big parties or when you are in the mood for a rich dessert.
- Mint Chocolate Chip Fudge is keto-friendly and sugar-free and will remind you of your favorite Girl Scout cookies.
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Recipe
Keto Sweetened Condensed Milk
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ¼ cup allulose
- ¼ teaspoon monk fruit liquid extract
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to large non-stick skillet over medium low heat.
- Whisk ingredients frequently until butter melts. Allow mixture to come to a simmer while stirring frequently.
- Reduce to a low heat and gently simmer until mixture has reduced to about half and has thickened, about 45 to 50 minutes.
- Remove from heat and pour into mason jar. Allow to cool before placing lid on top. Store in the refrigerator for up to 6 months.
Notes
Low Carb Sweeteners | Keto Sweetener Conversion Chart
Nutrition
Additional Info
Notes on Nutritional Information
Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site. Erythritol carbs are not included in carb counts as it has been shown not to impact blood sugar. Net carbs are the total carbs minus fiber.
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First published on October 12, 2010. Post updated on May 12, 2022, with additional recipe information and new photos.
Betty
Can I use stevia to sweeten this?...sounds wonderful....can't wait to try in a fudge recipe....hope it works....thank you....
Lisa MarcAurele
Yes. You can use pure stevia or monk fruit but the texture may be a little thinner and may not yield as much as you'll lose the bulk from a one-for-one sugar substitute. I just don't recommend using erythritol as it tends to crystallize if too much is used.
Laurie
I was wondering if you could do this with a nut milk my husband is allergic to coconut
Lisa MarcAurele
It should be okay, but nut milks tend to be thinner.
Tina
How is it 7 grams of carbs in the entire can when the powdered sugar substitute has 4grams of carbs per teaspoon alone? I'm referring to the erythritol.
Lisa
I do not count erythritol as it has been tested to not impact (unlike other sugar alcohols).
Laura
It looks like a great tecipe, but I was wondering if this "condensed milk" version is very different from the creamy coconut bars that you solve in liquid? Especially if you don't use to much liquid to solve the bar I
Im not from the US and we use both the coconut milk and the (unsweetened!) bars with condensed coconut (see link below).
https://www.amazon.com/Edward-Sons-Organic-Creamed-Coconut/dp/B002FJYC3U?keywords=Let%27s+Do+Organic+Creamed+Coconut%2C&qid=1533411373&sr=8-1-fkmrnull&ref=mp_s_a_1_fkmrnull_1
Lisa
I'm not familiar with the creamy coconut bars. You would need to add in sweetener. It's really just a thick sweetened milk with liquid reduced.
Emily Kemp
Can't wait to try this it sounds great!
Angi
Hi Lisa
Can you use your sugar free condensed milk to make a no bake cheesecake? With cream cheese and lemon juice?
Can you use any type of whey protein powder as i dont think we have designer brand here.
Can you use other sweeteners like Natvia or xylitol please?
Lisa
It should work in a cheesecake and with alternate whey and sweeteners. I'm working on an updated recipe as this one is somewhat outdated. It's possible to make condensed sweetened milk with just heavy cream, butter, and granular sweeteners. But, I haven't had it work out consistently yet.
Leslie
Hi Lisa, I just make a triple amount of another recipe. I was going to try yours next. The one I tried had vanilla stirred into it AFTER you take the pan off the heat. I made the mistake of adding it with the other ingredients. I also used the "raw" Sweetleaf Stevia Concentrate which looks like motor oil but is wonderful. Have been using it as a sweetener for years. This along with Erythritol. I used Heavy whipping cream also. It came out YUMMY but has not thickened yet. If it doesn't thicken up and I think it is because of when I put the vanilla in but not sure I am going to try the xanthum gum OR Plain gelatin. The recipe I used was from "The Keto Queens" which I found first. I will see how it ends up and let you know. I have already contacted Lara and Faith about it and told them what happened they are waiting for my report on my concoction.
Best Regards.
Lisa
This is an old recipe that I've been experimenting with. Unfortunately, it hasn't been perfected yet and I'm hoping to make it a dairy free low carb version. Some sweeteners work better than others for thickening. I find the fiber sweeteners do the best job but I'm sensitive to them.
Shayna
I attempted to make this recipe and It came out almost like custard.. 🙁 any tips on how I can fix this ?
Lisa
I think some of the ingredients have changed. I'm working on a simpler recipe, but am still experimenting with it. If it doesn't thin out by heating, I'd add in a little more low carb milk until its a viscous liquid.
Rebecca
I'm allergic to coconut what could I use I stead?
Lisa
I've actually been experimenting with using butter and heavy cream along with bulk sweetener. It's a bit more difficult, but I think it would work better than this older recipe. You can use heavy cream instead of the coconut milk.
Vicky
Thank you for posting and commenting. Heard of low carb sweetened condensed but thought really is that possible? And is it a lot of ingredients and time? And you sharing made it so simple. Can hardly wait to try it.
Lisa
Hope it works for you.
leigh
Hi Lisa! What a coincidence! I was planning on making your chocolate walnut fudge recipe, and
the only ingredient I have to order is the low carb condensed milk mix!
I assume you will be trying if this recipe can be used for the dry mix in that fudge recipe? I would be ecstatic if it could be accomplished!
Well, I'm on your mailing list, so I hope to be finding out soon! :-)) Love your recipes.
Leigh
Lisa
Funny. I have thought about trying it. I'm sure a few changes would be needed.
RachelH
Why don't you just refrigerate the can, then pour out extra water? Rather than cooking to reduce?
Lisa
That's an idea. I may have to try it to see if it works.
Shannon
Extremely cool! I'm definitely be trying this!
I recently found a recipe for DIY ice cream (one can sweetened condensed milk, 2 cups heavy cream mixed to stiff peaks plus whatever flavorings you want) and I love the idea that it's simple and doesn't require a machine. That said... The sweetened condensed milk does have a BOATLOAD of sugar. I plan to try this recipe dairy free with coconut cream and my own non dairy sweetened condensed milk.
I don't expect the end result to taste exactly like ice cream, but hey it just needs to be close enough to satisfy my sweet tooth.
Happy cooking all!
Lisa
That is a pretty simple ice cream recipe. I may have to experiment with that.
Rochelle
This sounds perfect for baking! Thank you. I am wondering if heavy whipping cream can be used instead of the coconut milk?
Teri Lee Page
What can you use insted of whey? I can not tolerate whey or soy. I have some that is pea and rice but it is a little gritty so I don't want to use that besides it is 15g carbs.
Lisa
If you can eat eggs, an egg based protein powder works well as a replacement.
Ron
Lisa,
Please tell me that there is a substitute for stevia sweetened vanilla whey protein powder (Designer Whey brand) in this recipe (hopefully just ordinary whey protein powder, stevia and vanilla).
Lisa
You listed exactly what I would use. I no longer use the flavored whey protein. ISOPURE natural whey is my powder of choice and I just add sweetener to taste along with the desired flavor.
MJ
Do you use unsweetened coconut milk in the recipe? I've noticed a 14 ounce can of regular coconut milk has 20g of carbs or adds about 37g of carbs to the recipe.
And although stevia is low calorie, it isn't no calorie. So using 1/3 of a cup also adds carbs right?
Finally, this is awesome and low carb. Thank you. I took a short cut and used Trader Joes low carb coconut cream which comes in a 14 ounce can. Already thick and 20g of carbs in can.
Lisa
Unsweetened coconut milk has about 10g carbs per can. If you use unsweetened canned coconut cream instead, it cuts it in half to about 5g carbs per can. I've been using coconut cream from LC Foods because it is lowest in carbs.
Leanne
do you think you could then put this in a mason jar and boil to make caramel? We make homemade turtles and for that recipe we normally boil a can of sweetened condensed milk which turns it to caramel...wondering if this would work for a sugar free option?
Lisa
If you need caramel, I'd use 1/2 cup Swerve for all the sweetener as it's the best low carb sweetener for carmelizing. Stevia will not carmelize like sugar.
pharmacy tech
nice post. thanks.