World Flavors Cookbook

Papitas de Leche

Venezuelan milk and sugar fudge balls dusted with powdered sugar — the sweet shop candy of every Venezuelan childhood.

Cuisine: Venezuela

Ingredients

• 400ml sweetened condensed milk
• 200g powdered milk
• 100g powdered sugar plus more for coating
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp vanilla

Instructions

1. Combine condensed milk, powdered milk, butter, and vanilla in a pan.
2. Cook on medium-low, stirring constantly, until the mixture pulls away from the sides.
3. Remove from heat. Cool until handleable.
4. Form into small balls.
5. Roll in powdered sugar.