This slow cooker 5-ingredient dulce de leche pudding is one of those cozy, low-effort desserts that feels like a hug in a bowl. Dulce de leche, a creamy caramel sauce popular in Latin American cooking, gives this pudding its deep, toasty sweetness, while the slow cooker keeps everything gentle and foolproof. I love recipes like this for busy weeknights or Sunday suppers—everything goes into one creamy mixture that you simply whisk right in the slow cooker, then let it do its thing while you take care of the rest of the day. It’s the kind of dessert that makes the house smell wonderful and brings everyone wandering into the kitchen asking, “Is it done yet?” Perfect for family nights, potlucks, or when you just want something warm and comforting without a lot of fuss.
This dulce de leche pudding is lovely served warm in small bowls with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream melting over the top. For a little crunch, sprinkle on crushed graham crackers, vanilla wafers, or chopped toasted pecans. It pairs nicely with fresh berries or sliced bananas if you want to add some fruit to the table. For a more complete dessert spread, you can set out a simple plate of butter cookies or shortbread so everyone can dip and scoop. A cup of decaf coffee, hot cocoa for the kids, or a mug of tea makes this feel like a special little dessert ritual after dinner.
Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Dulce de Leche Pudding
Servings: 6
Ingredients
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 cup dulce de leche (store-bought or homemade)
2 cups whole milk
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with butter or nonstick spray to help keep the pudding from sticking around the edges.
In a large bowl or a large measuring pitcher, add the sweetened condensed milk, dulce de leche, whole milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
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