milk substitute
in bread.

Milk adds richness and a soft crumb to bread. The fat in it helps browning and extends shelf life.

top substitutes

01

Evaporated Milk

10.0best for bread
1/2 cup : 1 cup

Dilute 1:1 with water; slightly caramelized sweetness, works in baking, sauces, and coffee

02

Dry Milk

7.5best for bread
1/3 cup : 1 cup

Reconstitute 1/3 cup powder in 1 cup water; shelf-stable pantry swap, slightly cooked flavor

03

Plain Yogurt

7.5best for bread
1 cup : 1 cup

Thin with water for milk-like consistency; adds tang and protein, works in baking and smoothies

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04

Almonds

7.5
1:1

Unsweetened almond milk is thinner; use 1:1 plus 1 tbsp butter for richness in baking and sauces

05

Cream

7.5
1 cup : 7/8 cup

Richer and thicker; use half cream plus half water to match milk's body in sauces and baking

06

Coconut Milk

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Tropical flavor; use full-fat canned for richness in curries, lighter carton for cereal and baking

07

Heavy Cream

6.0
2 1/2 cup : 3/4 cup

Much richer; dilute with equal part water for milk-like consistency in soups and sauces

08

Sour Cream

6.0
1 cup : 7/8 cup

Rich and tangy; thin with milk for pourable consistency, best in baking and creamy sauces

09

Lemon Juice

5.0
1:1

Add 1 tbsp lemon juice to 1 cup milk for quick buttermilk; curdles intentionally for baking lift

10

Buttermilk

4.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Tangy and thinner; works 1:1 in pancakes and baking, adds rise when paired with baking soda

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