Homemade caramel is intimidating and requires close attention and hours… I don’t have that kind of time!

Don’t worry, I’ve got a hack for you! This process is so set it and forget it easy it barely needs a recipe at all.

Step 1: Get a can of sweetened condensed milk. It can be any kind you like any brand, or type like dairy, coconut or vegetable.

Step 2: Put the can UNOPENED into a crockpot/slow cooker.

Step 3: Fill the crockpot with water to completely cover the unopened can of condensed milk.

Step 4: Put on the lid, set the crockpot to low and leave for 9 to 11 hours. I like to put it in and start it as I go to bed so I can finish it up in the morning.

Step 5: After 9 to 11 hours carefully remove the can from the crockpot and set it aside to cool completely, still unopened.

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Step 6: Once cool open the can and BAM! homemade amazing dulce de leche caramel.

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Step 7: Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks (trust me it will be eaten long before that!).

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People will be so impressed when you tell them you made the caramel yourself! You can choose to share your secret or let them think you slaved away on it.