Dulce de leche is a rich, creamy confection made by slowly heating sweetened milk to create a product that’s remarkably similar in texture and flavor to caramel, though it is thicker and has a more buttery taste. Originating from Latin America, its name literally means "sweet [made] of milk."
Its scent profile is luxuriously sweet and enveloping, characterized by deep notes of caramelized sugar and the comforting, creamy aroma of milk. There are also subtle hints of vanilla and a slight toasty quality, much like that of cooked milk. The overall aroma is warm and indulgent, often evoking a sense of nostalgia or the coziness of home cooking. This scent makes dulce de leche an enticing ingredient in desserts, often used for flavoring cakes, cookies, and pastries.
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