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How To Scald Milk

Course Ingredient
Cuisine American, Western
Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 5 minutes
Calories 149kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (250ml) Whole Milk or use the amount your recipe calls for and a bit extra

Instructions

How To Scald Milk On Stove Top

  • Put the cold milk in heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Stir regularly with wooden spoon/ silicone spatula.
  • Use a thermometer and test the temperature in the middle of the milk and make sure it is not touching the saucepan.
  • The milk is ready when it reaches 180 degrees F / 82  degrees C.
  • Remove from heat and allow the scalded milk to cool to the temperature you need and use. Scalding should take about 4-5 minutes.

How To Scald Milk In The Microwave

  • Put the cold milk in a deep microwave-safe glass bowl.
  • Microwave the milk for 30 seconds at a time on medium-high stirring in between each go. It may take 3 or so minutes to get there.
  • Using a thermometer test the temperature in the middle of the milk (make sure the thermometer is not touching the bowl).
  • The milk is ready when it reaches 180 degrees F / 82 degrees C.
  • Remove from microwave and allow the scalded milk to cool to the temperature you need and use. Scalding should take about 3-4 minutes.

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Notes

  • Use deep pans or deep mixing bowls when heating milk in case it boils over or in case you shake it when moving to test the temperature.
  • Stir frequently so that the milk heats up evenly.
  • Use a wooden spoon or silicone spoon to stir as metal can react with the milk.
  • Make sure the thermometer is touching only the milk and not the sides of the bowl or saucepan when reading to make sure you get an accurate temperature.
  • Remove the bowl from the microwave carefully, using oven mitts to avoid burning your hands.
  • There are 8 WW Blue Plan Points in one serving of this.

Nutrition

Serving: 2g | Calories: 149kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 105mg | Potassium: 322mg | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 395IU | Calcium: 276mg