whats the difference between condensed milk and evaporated milk?

Answer 1

Condensed milk is cow's milk from which water has been removed and to which sugar has been added, yielding a very thick, sweet product that can last on the shelf for years. Also known as sweetened condensed milk, the two terms have become synonymous; though there have been unsweetened condensed milk products, today these are uncommon. Condensed milk is used in numerous dessert dishes in the United States and other countries.

Evaporated milk is fresh, homogenized milk from which 60 percent of the water has been removed. It is then chilled, fortified with vitamins and stabilizers, packaged, and finally sterilized. Standards require whole evaporated milk contain at least 7.9 percent milk fat and 25.5 percent milk solids. The high heat process gives it a bit of a caramelized flavor, and it is slightly darker in color than fresh milk. The evaporation process naturally concentrates the nutrients and the calories, so evaporated versions are more calorie filled and nutritious than their fresh counterparts. When mixed with an equal amount of water, it can be substituted for fresh milk in recipes.

Answer 2

Condensed milk is cow's milk from which water has been removed and to which sugar has been added, yielding a very thick, sweet product that can last on the shelf for years. Also known as sweetened condensed milk, the two terms have become synonymous; though there have been unsweetened condensed milk products, today these are uncommon. Condensed milk is used in numerous dessert dishes in the United States and other countries.

Evaporated milk was first conceived in 1852 by Gail Borden on a transatlantic trip. The low quality of milk produced by the cows on board served as inspiration for the idea. Borden's first evaporated milk lasted three days before it spoiled. He received the patent in 1854, but the first successful production was not until 1855 by a competitor John Meyenberg.

Evaporated milk is fresh, homogenized milk from which 60 percent of the water has been removed. It is then chilled, fortified with vitamins and stabilizers, packaged, and finally sterilized. Standards require whole evaporated milk contain at least 7.9 percent milk fat and 25.5 percent milk solids. The high heat process gives it a bit of a caramelized flavor, and it is slightly darker in color than fresh milk. The evaporation process naturally concentrates the nutrients and the calories, so evaporated versions are more calorie filled and nutritious than their fresh counterparts. When mixed with an equal amount of water, it can be substituted for fresh milk in recipes.

By definition, evaporated milk in the U.S. is not sweetened. If sugar is added, it will be called condensed milk or sweetened condensed milk. This requires less processing since the added sugar inhibits bacterial growth. Evaporated milk is the only product from cows which has government regulations requiring vitamin A to be added.

A finely-powdered form of evaporated milk is called desiccated milk.

Answer 3

Condensed milk and evaporated milk are the SAME thing! Evaporated milk is fresh milk which is carefully heated to remove half the water. As a result of the evaporation of water, the milk becomes richer and creamier with an increased amount of protein and calcium. Don't confuse condensed milk with *sweetened* condensed milk, which has lots of sugar and is not a good substitute. While evaporated milk is sometimes called condensed milk, most recipes that call for condensed milk are referring to sweetened condensed milk.

Clear as mud? I thought so! :o) Basically, evaporated milk is another way to say condensed milk. But, when a recipe calls for condensed milk...it usually means sweetened condensed milk...a special blend of milk and sugar used as a special base for a variety of recipes.

Answer 4

What is Evaporated milk ?
Evaporated milk is milk which has had about sixty percent of the water removed via evaporation. It is then homogenized, rapidly chilled, fortified with vitamins and stabilizers, packaged, and finally sterilized. Standards require whole evaporated milk contain at least 7.9 percent milk fat and 25.5 percent milk solids. The high heat process gives it a bit of a caramelized flavor, and it is slightly darker in color than fresh milk. The evaporation process naturally concentrates the nutrients and the calories, so evaporated versions are more calorie-laden and nutritious than their fresh counterparts. You'll find skim, low-fat and whole milk varieties of evaporated milk. Low-fat and skim versions are also required to have added vitamin A, while all have added vitamins D and C.
What is sweetened condensed milk?
Sweetened condensed milk goes through less processing than evaporated milk. Sixty percent of the water has also been removed from condensed milk, but it differs in that sugar has been added. Condensed milk contains 40 to 45 percent sugar, at least 8 percent fat and 28 percent milk solids. Condensed milk is pasteurized during the evaporation procedure, with the added sugar making any further sterilization unnecessary, since the sugar inhibits the growth of microorganisms. Governmental regulations require that vitamin A be added to condensed milk, but no other nutrients are required by law although they may be added. Condensed milk is very high in calories.

Unsweetened condensed milk is a redundant term. It is simply evaporated milk.

When mixed with an acidic ingredient, sweetened condensed milk thickens naturally without requiring heat. It is perfectly suited for puddings, pie fillings, bar cookies and refrigerated desserts. Condensed milk comes in regular, low-fat, fat-free, and even chocolate varieties.

Answer 5

condensed milk was widely used during the war and after when milk was rationed people thought it was good for babies as long as it was diluted. I must have liked it lots when I was younger because I still love it. Evaporated milk is like a poor relation almost like asking is their any difference between butter and margarine

Answer 6

Condensed milk is a sweet mixture that's created when milk has half of its water removed and then has sugar added to it. You can use condensed milk in desserts, but not in sauces and savory dishes.

Evaporated milk is simply unsweetened condensed milk, with no added sugar. You can use it as a low-fat substitute for half-and-half, light cream or coffee cream. To substitute evaporated for regular milk in recipes, use 1/2 cup evaporated milk and 1/2 cup water for each cup of milk. Or for a richer, creamier dish, skip the water and substitute evaporated milk directly for milk.

Because of their difference in sweetness, though, evaporated and condensed milks are not interchangeable.

Answer 7

Condensed Milk is sweetened and thickened for baking, evaporated milk is just canned milk.

Answer 8

Evaporated milk is milk which has had the water content removed so the flavor is more concentrated. Perhaps unsurprisingly, it tastes stronger than regular milk.

Condensed milk is milk which has been (usually) sweetened and actually "cooked down". It is darker and the flavor is much sweeter than either regular or evaporated milk.

Answer 9

They are the same, 50% of the water has been removed, to preserve the milk and save shipping and storage. Very popular in Alaska, where there are few cows. Don't mix it up with sweetened condensed milk used in desserts like fudge, loads of sugar in that one.

Answer 10

Read the label. I believe that you will find that the condensed milk is probably really sweetened condensed milk and contains lots of sugar.