What can I use in place of sweetened condensed milk?

Table of Contents:

1. What can I use in place of sweetened condensed milk?
2. What does condensed milk do in baking?
3. Can you drink evaporated milk straight?
4. Can you drink condensed milk?
5. Can I put condensed milk in tea?
6. How much is one can condensed milk?

What can I use in place of sweetened condensed milk?

Just mix a cup of nonfat dry milk powder with sugar, margarine, and boiling water, and you've got a thick, sweet condensed milk substitute that has the same dairy richness it's known for (via Allrecipes).

What does condensed milk do in baking?

In baked goods, condensed milk lends tenderness, moisture, and flavor to the recipe, as well as color to the crust. Condensed milk is very popular for use in desserts and sweets—it's a prime ingredient in an old-fashioned key lime pie.

Can you drink evaporated milk straight?

You can drink evaporated milk, either directly from the can or diluted with water. Evaporated milk is made from cow's milk and has a thick, creamy texture. The flavor is rich, caramelized, and slightly sweet. Although it is safe to drink on its own, evaporated milk is primarily a recipe ingredient.

Can you drink condensed milk?

Sweetened condensed milk is one of those foods. We know what you're thinking -- it's sugar overload, it's thick and sticky, it's syrupy and it is definitely not to be consumed on its own by the spoonful. ... Sweetened condensed milk is milk from which the water has been removed and to which sugar has been added.

Can I put condensed milk in tea?

Hong Kong milk tea has a smooth, creamy texture and is made by simmering tea with sweetened condensed milk. ... This recipe calls for a whole can of sweetened condensed milk, but if you prefer a less sweet beverage, add just 1/4 to 1/2 cup instead.

How much is one can condensed milk?

Can Size	Weight	Cups
Baby food jar	3-1/2 to 8 oz.	depends on size
Condensed milk	15 oz.	1-1/3 cup
Evaporated milk	14-1/2 oz.	1-2/3 cup
Frozen juice Concentrate	6 oz.	3/4 cup