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Milk
10.0best for smoothie1 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 smoothie.
Evaporated Milk gives smoothie a creamy, smooth body. The replacement needs to match the liquid ratio and fat level to keep smoothie balanced.
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Skim Milk
10.0best for smoothie1/4 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 smoothie1 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
09
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