Milk Caramel
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What it is
Milk caramel is a sweet, thick confection made by slowly cooking milk and sugar until it darkens and thickens. It's often referred to as dulce de leche and has a rich, creamy texture and caramelized flavor.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add milk caramel to products primarily for its distinctive sweet flavor and creamy texture. It also contributes a natural brown color. It's commonly found in desserts, pastries, ice creams, and as a filling or topping.
Health notes
Milk caramel is a food product, not a food additive, and is generally recognized as safe when consumed as part of a balanced diet. Its primary nutritional contribution is sugar. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams of added sugars per meal. No specific evaluations by JECFA or EFSA are typically conducted for common food products like milk caramel.
Allergen info
Milk caramel contains milk, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.