Baking with Buttermilk Health Article

Buttermilk enhances many baked goods. If you don’t bake often, however, you may hesitate to buy a quart of it for a recipe that requires a cup or less. Instead, for each cup of buttermilk concoct a simple "sour milk" alternative by mixing 2 tablespoons lemon juice into 7⁄8 cup fresh milk or plain soy milk. Let stand a few minutes before using.

Another convenient alternative favored by many experienced bakers is shelf-stable buttermilk powder, which requires only the addition of water. Substitute according to package directions, but for added calcium and body, use low-fat milk rather than water. (SACO Cultured Buttermilk Blend can be found at supermarkets; King Arthur Flour’s buttermilk powder is available from The Baker’s Catalogue, 800-827-6836.)

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