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Bolitas de Leche 

Ingredients

  • 1 can 14 oz of sweetened condensed milk
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • *1/3 teaspoon cinnamon optional
  • *Pecan halves optional

Instructions

  • Add the sweetened condensed milk and butter to a sauce pan. Heat to medium. When the butter melts, add the cinnamon. Stir with a wooden spoon to combine.
  • When it begins to boil, reduce heat slightly and continue cooking at a steady boil for 7-10 minutes or until the mixture comes away from the sides completely when you tilt the pan, remove from heat.
  • Place into a greased bowl Cover and let cool for 30-35 minutes. When ready to roll, apply a light coat of oil to hands and roll the candy into balls. Gently roll in sugar/cinnamon mixture.
  • If using the pecan halves, gently press a pecan into the center of each bolita de leche. Let sit at room temperature for a few hours before storing in an airtight container.

Notes

If your cooled dulce de leche gets too hard when cooled, pop it in the microwave for 35-45 seconds to soften the candy. Roll as instructed.