Skimmed milk (United Kingdom and Canada), or skim milk (United States of America, Australia, and Canada), is made when all the cream (also called milkfat) is removed from whole milk.
Food Property | Type | Description |
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Flavor Profile | Sweet | Skimmed milk has a slightly sweet taste due to the natural sugars present in milk. |
Salty | Skimmed milk may have a subtle salty undertone from the natural sodium content. | |
Texture | Creaminess | Skimmed milk has a creamy texture even though the fat content has been reduced. |
Nutritional Value | Macronutrients | Skimmed milk is lower in fat content compared to whole milk, making it lower in calories and fat. |
Micronutrients | Skimmed milk still contains essential nutrients like calcium, vitamin D, and protein despite the reduced fat content. | |
Fiber | Skimmed milk does not contain significant amounts of fiber. | |
Color | Natural Pigments | Skimmed milk is naturally white in color due to the lack of added colorants. |
Aroma | Volatile Compounds | Skimmed milk has a mild, dairy-like aroma. |
Chemical Composition | Acidity/Alkalinity (pH) | Skimmed milk has a slightly acidic pH level. |
Cooking Behavior | Heat Conductivity | Skimmed milk can easily conduct heat when used in cooking or baking. |
Water Retention | Skimmed milk can help retain moisture in baked goods or when used in cooking. | |
Oil Absorption | Skimmed milk can absorb oil when used in frying or cooking recipes that require oil. |
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