Homemade Keto Sweetened Condensed Coconut Milk
Did you know you can make your own sweetened condensed milk… keto style?
I have the perfect recipe that’s simple, affordable, and it’s 0 NET CARBS per serving! The possibilities you now have for all those desserts calling for condensed milk! Are you ready?! Your holiday baking is about to become epic! 🙌
What is sweetened condensed milk?
Condensed milk is often used in baking such as pies, cheesecakes, fudge, and ice cream. It can also be used for something as simple as a fruit dip or even as a sweetener for your coffee.
Manufacturers take out about 60% of the water from the milk to “condense” it down. After they “condense” the milk, they add about 40% sugar to fill the void from the water. I’m sure you’re asking yourself why the manufacturers did this. Well, they experimented and added sugar to the condensed milk and found out that the shelf life held longer, plus transporting the milk was easier due to not having to store it in cooler temperatures.
Make your own keto sweetened condensed milk!
Standard canned condensed milk contains 90 calories, 15 carbs, and 15 grams of sugar PER SERVING. This keto recipe has 0 Net Carbs and zero added sugar! It’s a win-win for all of your holiday baking needs!
Hip Tips:
- I like to use Mason Jars like these for jams and sauces.
- Why use canned coconut milk in place of unsweetened almond milk? Coconut milk is thicker, so it doesn’t have to boil as long to thicken. It’s also got a better flavor for this recipe.
- Store this recipe in the fridge for one week.
- Got leftover keto sweetened condensed milk? Add it to your coffee or tea! Yum!
Homemade Keto Condensed Coconut Milk
yield: 20 SERVINGS
prep time: 5 MINUTES
cook time: 35 MINUTES
total time: 40 MINUTES
Easy homemade sweetened condensed coconut milk without all the sugar and carbs!
Ingredients
- 1 can organic coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons grass-fed butter
- 1/3 cup Swerve confectioners
Directions
1
Add coconut milk and butter into a medium saucepan. Bring ingredients to a boil over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring regularly to prevent scorching.
2
Turn heat to low and add Swerve, whisking until dissolved.
3
Simmer on low heat for 20 minutes, stirring the milk occasionally.
4
Once the milk has thickened, pour into a mason jar or a container and let cool.
Nutrition Information
Yield: 20, Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
Amount Per Serving:
14 Calories | 2 Fat | 2 Total Carbs | 0 Fiber | 2 Sugar Alcohol | 0 Protein | 0 Net Carbs
So… the next time you need to feed that sweet craving with sweetened condensed milk, go ahead and whip up a batch of this easy coconut condensed milk! You’ll be so glad you did!
Check out more of our deliciously sweet keto dessert recipes!
What all can I make with this?
Hi Christel! Our suggestions include pies, cheesecakes, fudge, ice cream or the fruit dip recipe listed through the link above. You can also use it as a sweetener for your coffee. Hope this helps!
Thank you! I made some today and used it to make the fudge recipe.
Oh yum! You’re so welcome! ๐๐
Could you use regular swerve or another brand granular sugar replacement sweetener? Does it have to be confectioners?
Hi there,
Could you post a link to the type of coconut milk you use? Thanks!!!
She used this for it here!
If using in a recipe, does it measure the same as regular sweetened condensed milk? I’d like to make a crustless keto version of my favorite pie.
Yes! It will measure the same for you!
Can this be used right away in the keto fudge recipe or does it need to be cooled first?
Hi there! We did make this recipe the day before using it. Also, we added it at room temperature. If making this the same day, be sure it has cooled a bit. Hoping that helps!
Can I substitute allulose for the swerve?
You can definitely try as they are both great keto sugar alternatives!
Can this be made in the instant pot?
Hi Penny! That wouldn’t work as you need to whisk occasionally to avoid ๏ฟผscorching.
Do you use the liquid in the can of coconut milk as well as the solid part? Or just the solid part?
Yes! You will use the entire can. The solid will liquefy once heated. Hope this helps!
I had made keto condensed milk with heavy cream before and used it for my ice coffee. The drink will have a layer of oil floating on top. Will this happen if I use coconut milk?
Hi David. We use a frother when adding this to our coffee. This way it distributes better in your coffee without seperating the fat. You can purchase one on Amazon. We use the same one listed here:
https://hip2keto.com/tips/keto-cooking-kitchen-gadgets/
Hope this helpsโค
What is the size/oz for the can of coconut milk?
Hi Heather! I believe that is 13.5 oz.
How long will this keep in your fridge after you make it?!
You can store this recipe in the fridge for one week, Sheila Cassady!
Is there a coconut milk you recommend? All the ones I see have carbs and I noticed your recipe said 0 net carbs which I would rather ๐ thank you so much
Each serving will have 2 total carbs, but you subtract the sugar alcohol to reach 0 net carbs. Your coconut milk will have carbs.
Do you think coconut cream would work work ?
Yes, but you’ll want to dilute it first. For every 2 Tablespoons of coconut cream, you mix 3/4 cup of water to make coconut milk.
My husband and I were craving Thai Iced Tea. We found carb free Thai tea bags on Amazon and we used this recipe on top. All I can say is…Wow!!!!
Sounds delicious, Natasha! ๐
Hello, I made this using powdered erythritol and it’s delicious but after a while on the counter the sugar crystallized and it became lumpy. I know I can heat it up to make it smooth again but I want to use it to make chocolate fudge. Will the sugar crystallize again in the fudge?
Erythritol likes to crystalize during the cool-down process. Unfortunately, in this recipe, it will crystallize in the fudge again. Swerve is 70% erythritol and is a better choice. The best way to use erythritol in this recipe is to mix it with another keto sweetener.
Can I use vegan butter?
We’re thinking that should work too, however some vegan butters are super processed. It is still worth a try, or you could try coconut oil. Hope this is helpful!