These 3-ingredient condensed milk melt-away cookies are made without eggs or flour, and just as their name suggests, they melt in your mouth. With minimal fuss and maximum flavor, this recipe is perfect for beginner bakers or anyone craving a sweet treat without a lengthy ingredient list.
The 3 simple ingredients in this recipe come together to create cookies that are soft, chewy, and utterly delicious. Plus, since they're flourless and eggless, they're perfect for those with dietary restrictions or simply for when you're running low on pantry staples. Just mix, bake, and enjoy the delightful melt-in-your-mouth goodness!
If you like to try more 3 ingredients recipes try my 3-Ingredients shortbread cookies, 3 ingredients butterscotch haystacks, and 3 Ingredients Peanut Butter Cookies.
Ingredients
- Butter- you will need salted butter that is softened at room temperature. if you are using unsalted butter add ½ teaspoon of salt to balance the flavor.
- Sweetened condensed milk- Make sure you use full fat condensed milk.
- Corn starch- Instead of flour, these cookies use cornstarch, which is the secret ingredient behind their melt-in-your-mouth texture.
How to make 3-Ingredients condensed milk melt away cookies
In a bowl, mix sweetened condensed milk with softened butter until smooth. Gradually add cornstarch, stirring until a soft dough forms. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball slightly with a fork. Bake for 13-15 minutes until lightly golden. Sprinkle some powdered sugar on top. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container. Enjoy!
Faqs
he edges of the cookies should be lightly golden when they're done baking. They may still look slightly soft in the center, but they will firm up as they cool.
When stored in an airtight container at room temperature, these cookies will stay fresh for up to a week. If you prefer them warm, you can reheat them in the microwave for a few seconds before serving.
Yes, you can make the cookie dough ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking.
Yes, these cookies are naturally gluten-free since they don't contain flour. Just make sure to use cornstarch that is certified gluten-free to avoid any cross-contamination.
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📖 Recipe
3-Ingredients condensed milk melt away cookies
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoon salted butter, softened
- ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk
- ¾ cup+2 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter and condensed milk. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Add ¾ cup cornstarch and knead the dough until soft, if the dough is too sticky add 1 tablespoon of cornstarch first then mix until smooth. if the dough is still sticky add the remaining tablespoon of cornstarch.
- Roll a tablespoon of dough into a ball and place it on the prepared cookie sheet 1 inch apart. Press down with a fork.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes or until edges turn golden in color. Dust with some powdered sugar.
- Let the cookies cool completely in the cookies sheet then transfer onto a wire rack.
Notes
- Uniform sizing: To ensure even baking, try to shape the cookie dough into uniform-sized balls. This ensures that they all bake at the same rate.
- Allow for spreading: These cookies will spread slightly as they bake, so be sure to leave enough space between each cookie on the baking sheet.
- Cooling time: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This allows them to set and develop their final texture.
- Storage: Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for optimal freshness. Placing a slice of bread in the container can help keep them soft and moist.
Sarah says
Thank you for sharing this recipe
Tim jordan says
These are really good. I recommend to not to use extra 2 tbsp of cornstarch. Use a tsp or so extra to get the melt in your mouth texture. I already made them thrice. It's mind blowing how you can make cookies with only 3 ingredients.
Al says says
Amazing gf cookies! I added white chocolate bits and they were so yummy
fullkitchennet says
I'm glad to hear that. Thank you for your feedback.