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Milk
10.0best for biscuits1 cup : 1 cup
Much thinner; evaporated milk is concentrated, use 3/4 cup milk + 1/4 cup cream for closer match
10.0
evaporated milk substitute
in biscuits.
Evaporated Milk moistens biscuits dough and helps layers steam apart. The replacement needs to match the liquid ratio and fat level to keep biscuits balanced.
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02
Skim Milk
10.0best for biscuits1/4 tbsp : 2 tbsp
Very thin; skim milk lacks the richness of evaporated, add 1 tbsp butter per cup
10.0
03
Whole Milk
8.0best for biscuits1 cup : 1/2 cup
Thinner than evaporated; whole milk works in sauces and baking, add 1 tbsp butter for richness
8.0
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04
Cream
7.51 cup : 1 cup
Lighter and thinner; won't give same concentrated richness, works in soups and coffee
7.5
05
Whipped Cream
7.51 cup : 1 cup
Chill can overnight and whip thick layer; sweeter and lighter, works for dessert topping
7.5
06
Coconut Milk
7.51 cup : 1 cup
Full-fat canned coconut milk; similar thickness for curries, slight coconut flavor
7.5
07
Sour Cream
6.01 cup : 1 cup
Tangy and thick; stir into sauces off heat, adds richness and body similar to evaporated milk
6.0
08
Heavy Cream
6.01 cup : 1 cup
Richer and fattier; use slightly less, whips and thickens better than evaporated milk
6.0
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Half and Half
6.01 cup : 1 cup
Thinner than evaporated milk; half-and-half won't caramelize the same, works in sauces and soups
6.0