MILK PANELS
A thick and creamy delicacy, Milk Panels combines layers of milk with other ingredients. This delicious dessert is ideal for celebrations or as a sumptuous post-meal treat. With each mouthful, Milk Panels provide a reassuring flavor of tradition, whether they are served cold in slices or scooped into bowls.
Components:
480ml, or two cups, of whole milk
120ml, or half a cup, of sweetened condensed milk
50g, or 1/4 cup, of granulated sugar
30g or 1/4 cup cornstarch
5ml (1 tsp) vanilla extract
1.25g or 1/4 tsp salt
60g, or half a cup, of powdered milk (optional; adds depth of taste)
30g (2 tablespoons) unsalted butter
1/4 cup (30g) crushed nuts or toasted coconut flakes as a garnish (optional)
Directions:
Get the milk mixture ready.
Add the granulated sugar, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk to a medium pot.
Stirring occasionally, cook over medium heat until the mixture is warm and the sugar has dissolved.
Make the mixture thicker:
Make a slurry out of the cornstarch and a few tablespoons of cold milk in a small bowl.
To avoid lumps, swirl the slurry into the warm milk mixture gradually while stirring continuously.
Keep cooking the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens, which should take five to seven minutes.
Taste the Blend:
Take the pot off of the burner after it has thickened.
Add the butter, salt, vanilla essence, and powdered milk (if using) and stir until thoroughly mixed.
Form the Panels:
Spread the thickened milk mixture evenly to create a flat layer in a square or rectangle baking dish.
After letting it cool a little, place it in the refrigerator to set completely, which should take at least two hours.
Slice and Present:
Cut the mixture into “panels” that are square or rectangular once it has solidified.
Before serving, you can add crushed nuts or toasted coconut flakes as a garnish.
Nutritional Data (per portion):
180 calories, 5g of protein, 30g of carbohydrates, 6g of fat, Fiber: zero grams, 25g of sugar, 80 mg of sodium
These Milk Panels are a delightfully sweet and creamy treat that tastes great cold. They are ideal for a light dessert because of their rich milk flavour and smooth texture. Have fun!