Buttermilk Substitute
User Reviews
4.5
2,250 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
1 min
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Additional Time
5 mins
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Total Time
6 mins
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Servings
1 cup
Buttermilk Substitute
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This Buttermilk Substitute creates a tangy, slightly thickened milk mixture by combining white vinegar or lemon juice with milk. The acidity causes the milk to curdle slightly, mimicking the texture and acidity of buttermilk, suitable for baking and cooking when buttermilk is unavailable.
Description
The method involves measuring one tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice into a measuring cup, then adding milk up to one cup total. Stirring the mixture and allowing it to sit for about five minutes lets the acid curdle the milk slightly, creating a texture and flavor similar to buttermilk. This substitute works in recipes requiring buttermilk acidity, such as for tender baked goods or pancakes.
This simple preparation offers a convenient alternative when buttermilk is not on hand, utilizing common kitchen ingredients without altering the recipe's intended texture or flavor profile significantly.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar OR lemon juice
- 1 cant cup milk
Instructions
- Measure one tablespoon of white vinegar, or lemon juice into a liquid measuring cup.
- Add in a scant cup of milk and fill to the 1 cup measurement line.
- Stir the mixture together and let sit for 5 minutes.
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