Junket is a milk-based dessert, made with sweetened milk and rennet, the digestive enzyme which curdles milk. It might best be described as a custard or a very soft, sweetened cheese.
Food Property | Type | Description |
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Flavor Profile | Sweet | Junket is known for its sweet flavor profile, often enjoyed as a dessert due to its sugary taste. |
Texture | Creaminess | Junket has a creamy texture, commonly achieved through the use of milk or cream in its preparation. |
Nutritional Value | Macronutrients | Junket typically contains macronutrients such as carbohydrates (from sugar and milk), fats (from cream or milk), and proteins (from milk). |
Micronutrients | Junket may also contain micronutrients present in its ingredients, such as vitamins and minerals found in milk. | |
Color | Natural Pigments | Depending on the ingredients used, Junket may have natural pigments that contribute to its color, such as the yellow hue from a higher fat content in dairy products. |
Aroma | Volatile Compounds | Junket may have aroma compounds released during its preparation, contributing to its overall sensory experience. |
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