Need dessert with a drizzle of dairy-free sweetness? Swirl it up with vegan, coconut dulce de leche made with just 2 main ingredients: full-fat coconut milk and sugar.
Whisk well to combine. Once at a soft boil, immediately reduce heat to low. Add baking soda and stir to combine.
Use a wooden or silicone spatulato stir occasionally. As it begins to thicken, stir more frequently. Cook until thick, for about 2 hours or so.
Turn off heat and allow the coconut dulce de leche to cool for a few minutes. Transfer to an air-tight canning jar. Cool and then store in the refrigerator if not using rightaway.
Notes
Use any sugar of choice. I prefer the caramel flavor profile of brown sugar, but white sugar and coconut sugar work well, too.
Cook time may vary, keep an eye out as it begins to thicken.
Be sure to use ¼ cup sugar PACKED - especially if you're using brown sugar.
This recipe yields enough to fit into a 4-ounce can. If you want more, adjust recipe accordingly.