How to Make Sour Milk

Now, you might be thinking: “Why on earth would anyone want to purposely make their milk sour?” But hear me out. Lots of recipes (especially for baked goods) call for sour milk to enhance the flavor and create a unique texture. For example, you can add it to pancakes instead of buttermilk to fluff them up. Or you could add it to muffins for moisture and flavor. Some people even like sour milk salad dressing, which acts like a creamy and tangy vinaigrette.

So as you can imagine, making your own sour milk can be handy for any of these recipes and more! Especially for bakers who want to make some bold moves, a jar of sour milk in the fridge is a staple. We shouldn’t be afraid of an ingredient just because it says “sour.” After all, we use sour cream, don’t we? Think of it like this: if a recipe needs a little boost, this could very well be the way to do it.

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