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Evaporated milk
Calories & nutrition facts
2% fat, with added vitamin a and vitamin d
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 107 kcal —
- Protein 6.7 g 13%
- Carbohydrate 16 g 6%
- Fat 2 g 3%
- Saturated fat 1.2 g 6%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 6.7 g —
- Sodium 100 mg 4%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 56 µg 6%
- Vitamin C 16 mg 18%
- Vitamin D 4 µg 20%
- Vitamin E 0.18 mg 1%
- Vitamin K 0.2 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.05 mg 4%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.32 mg 24%
- Niacin (B3) 0.19 mg 1%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.64 mg 13%
- Vitamin B6 0.05 mg 3%
- Folate (B9) 8 µg 2%
- Vitamin B12 0.16 µg 7%
- Choline 16.6 mg 3%
Minerals
- Calcium 267 mg 21%
- Iron 0.19 mg 1%
- Magnesium 24 mg 6%
- Phosphorus 203 mg 16%
- Potassium 303 mg 6%
- Zinc 0.77 mg 7%
- Copper 0.02 mg 2%
- Manganese 0.01 mg 0%
- Selenium 2.3 µg 4%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 107 | 6.7 g | 16 g | 2 g |
| 1 × cup | 252 g | 270 | 17 g | 40 g | 5 g |
| 1 × fl oz | 31.5 g | 34 | 2.1 g | 5 g | 0.6 g |
| 1 × can (13 oz) | 369 g | 395 | 25 g | 58 g | 7.4 g |
| 2 × cup | 504 g | 539 | 34 g | 79 g | 10 g |
| ½ × cup | 126 g | 135 | 8.4 g | 20 g | 2.5 g |
| 3 × cup | 756 g | 809 | 50 g | 119 g | 15 g |
| 4 × cup | 1008 g | 1079 | 67 g | 159 g | 20 g |
Similar foods
- Light evaporated milk107 kcal / 100 g
- Whole evaporated milkcanned, undiluted, 7.8% m.f.134 kcal / 100 g
- Skim evaporated milkcanned, undiluted, 0.2% m.f.78 kcal / 100 g
- Evaporated canned milkwith added vitamin A134 kcal / 100 g
- Nonfat evaporated canned milkwith added vitamin A and vitamin D78 kcal / 100 g
- Evaporated skim milkcanned, (<0.5% fat)76 kcal / 100 g
- Reduced fat milkfluid, 2% milkfat, without added vitamin A and vitamin D50 kcal / 100 g
- Cow dry off milknot sugared134 kcal / 100 g
- Condensed milkwith sugar(s), whole327 kcal / 100 g
- Milk1,2% fat, UHT, fortified with vitamins44 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Evaporated milk
What is the difference between evaporated milk and condensed milk?
Evaporated milk is unsweetened milk with much of its water removed; condensed milk is usually sweetened, so it is far thicker and sugary. They are not interchangeable in most recipes.
Can you use evaporated milk instead of ordinary milk?
Yes. For a closer match to ordinary milk, mix equal parts evaporated milk and water; use it undiluted when you want a richer result in sauces, soups or baking.
Can evaporated milk replace cream in cooking?
It can stand in for cream in soups, pasta sauces and casseroles, though the result is usually less rich. Stir it in over a gentle heat and avoid boiling it hard, especially in an acidic sauce.
How do you use evaporated milk in recipes?
It gives a smooth, creamy texture to macaroni cheese, pumpkin pie and creamy soups. Shake the tin well before opening, then stir the milk in gradually so it blends evenly.
How should you store evaporated milk after opening?
Transfer any leftover milk from the tin to a clean, covered container and refrigerate it promptly. Use it within three to four days, or freeze it in small portions for cooking.
Can you whip evaporated milk?
Yes, if it is very cold: chill the unopened tin in the fridge overnight, then pour the milk into a chilled bowl and whisk until foamy. It makes a lighter topping than whipped cream and will not hold its shape as well.
What nutrients does evaporated milk provide?
A 100 g portion provides 267 mg of calcium. It is also a source of vitamin D and riboflavin.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 171302 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
