Are you a fan of powdered milk and love using it in your recipes? Then you’ll fall in love with this powdered milk filling, ready in just 2 minutes, perfect for your cakes, pies, and desserts. This filling is super easy to make, requires only 3 ingredients, and has a creamy texture and delicious flavor. You can use this filling for cakes of any flavor, like chocolate, vanilla, carrot, orange, etc. You can also use it for cold pies, trifles, mousses, bonbons, and whatever your imagination allows. In this article, you’ll learn how to make this powdered milk filling in 2 minutes, the health benefits of powdered milk, and some recipe suggestions that pair well with this filling. Let’s get started!
What is powdered milk?
Powdered milk is a popular brand of powdered milk from Nestlé, widely used in Brazil and other countries. It is made from whole cow’s milk that goes through a dehydration process to remove water and preserve nutrients. Powdered milk has a smooth, slightly sweet taste and can be used to prepare both beverages and sweet or savory recipes.
How to make powdered milk filling in 2 minutes
To make this powdered milk filling in 2 minutes, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 can of sweetened condensed milk
- 1 carton of cream
- 10 tablespoons of powdered milk
The preparation is simple:
- In a saucepan, combine the condensed milk and powdered milk and mix well.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and begins to pull away from the bottom of the pan, which should take about 2 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and add the cream, stirring until smooth.
- Transfer the filling to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap, placing it directly on the surface of the cream to prevent a skin from forming.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before using.
What are the health benefits of powdered milk?
Powdered milk is rich in calcium, protein, vitamins A, D, E, and B-complex, iron, zinc, and phosphorus. These nutrients are essential for the health of bones, teeth, muscles, skin, hair, nails, the immune system, and the nervous system. Powdered milk also helps prevent anemia, osteoporosis, hypertension, and high cholesterol. Additionally, it has a pleasant taste and can be consumed by people who are lactose intolerant or allergic to cow’s milk protein.
Recipes that pair well with the powdered milk filling
The 2-minute powdered milk filling is very versatile and can be used in various recipes. Here are some suggestions:
- Chocolate cake with powdered milk filling: Make a simple chocolate cake or use a cake mix. Cut the cake in half and fill with the powdered milk cream. Top with chocolate ganache or your preferred frosting.
- Cold strawberry pie with powdered milk filling: Make a biscuit base with crushed cookies and butter, then bake briefly. Spread the powdered milk filling over the base and refrigerate for 1 hour. Decorate with fresh or syrupy strawberries and serve cold.
- Powdered milk trifle: In a dish, layer milk-dipped cookies and powdered milk filling. Repeat until you use all the ingredients, finishing with the filling. Sprinkle powdered milk on top and refrigerate for 4 hours before serving.
- Powdered milk mousse with chocolate: Blend the powdered milk filling with 1 packet of unflavored gelatin, hydrated and dissolved. Pour into cups and refrigerate until set. Melt 200g of semi-sweet chocolate and spread over the mousse. Refrigerate again until firm and serve.
- Powdered milk bonbons: Roll the powdered milk filling into small balls and freeze for 30 minutes. Melt 300g of milk chocolate and dip the balls, using a fork or toothpick. Place them on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate until the chocolate sets. Wrap them in foil or cellophane and store in the fridge.
Common questions about the powdered milk filling
- Can I use a different type of powdered milk instead of powdered milk? Yes, you can use another type of powdered milk, like whole, skimmed, or semi-skimmed milk. The flavor of the filling will vary slightly depending on the type of milk you choose.
- Can I use fresh cream instead of the carton cream? Yes, you can use fresh cream, but you should whip it into whipped cream before mixing with the other ingredients for a firmer and fluffier texture.
- Can I use a sweetener instead of sugar? Yes, you can use a sweetener instead of sugar, but make sure it’s one suitable for cooking that can withstand high temperatures. Follow the packaging instructions for the right sugar-to-sweetener ratio.
- Can I freeze the 2-minute powdered milk filling? Yes, you can freeze the filling as long as it’s completely cooled. Place it in a container with a lid and label it with the date. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. To defrost, leave it in the fridge for a few hours or microwave for a few seconds.
Conclusion
In this article, you’ve learned how to make a 2-minute powdered milk filling, its health benefits, and some recipes that pair well with it. This filling is very easy and quick to make and can be used in many types of cakes, pies, and desserts. Try out this recipe and impress your family and friends with a creamy and delicious filling. And don’t forget to leave your honest opinion and suggestions in the comments. See you next time!