Skimmed Milk Powder Sensory Map

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    Skimmed Milk Powder

    Lacte vaccinum

    Sensory Profile

    Tastes

    Basic flavor profiles

    2.7
    Low
    Intensity Level2.7/10
    Characteristics (3)
    sweet(5)
    umami(2)
    salty(1)

    Aromas

    Scent characteristics

    4.7
    Medium
    Intensity Level4.7/10
    Characteristics (3)
    creamy(7)
    hay(4)
    caramel(3)

    Stimuli

    Sensory sensations

    2.0
    Low
    Intensity Level2.0/10
    Characteristics (1)
    astringent(2)

    Textures

    Physical properties

    7.7
    High
    Intensity Level7.7/10
    Characteristics (3)
    Powdery(10)
    dry(9)
    grainy(4)
    About Skimmed Milk Powder

    Skimmed Milk Powder (Lacte vaccinum) is a highly concentrated dairy solid produced through the centrifugal separation of milk fat followed by spray-drying, resulting in a fine, hygroscopic powder with a clean, lactic sweetness and subtle notes of cooked lactose and toasted hay. In professional pastry and bread-making, it is an essential structural agent; in the production of *Hokkaido Milk Bread*, it reinforces the gluten network while the concentrated lactose promotes a deep, mahogany Maillard reaction in the crust without the softening effects of additional fats. Beyond baking, it is the foundational element of the iconic Indian confection *Gulab Jamun*, where its high protein-to-fat ratio allows for the creation of a dense, spongy curd that absorbs aromatic syrups while maintaining structural integrity during frying. Historically rooted in early 19th-century European preservation efforts to stabilize dairy for maritime travel, it has evolved into a global technical staple valued for its ability to increase "Milk Solids-Not-Fat" (MSNF) in ice creams and gelatos. This elevation of MSNF provides a unique emulsifying power, binding free water to prevent the formation of large ice crystals and ensuring a silky, resilient mouthfeel that liquid milk alone cannot achieve.

    Associated health effects(12)
    • B Vitamin Enrichment
    • Digestive Tolerance
    • Blood Sugar Support
    • Electrolyte Balance Support
    • Bone Health
    • B12 Content Support
    • Excess Calorie, Sodium, or Sugar Intake Risk
    • Lactose Intolerance Risk
    • Dairy Allergy Risk
    • Complete Protein Support
    • High-Quality Protein Provision
    • Calcium-Phosphorus Bone Support
    Nutrition per 100 g(4)
    • Energy: 360 kcal
    • Protein: 34 g
    • Fat: 1 g
    • Fiber: 0 g