Using Ricotta + Milk Powder Instead of Khoya
Ratio
1 cup ricotta + 2 tbsp milk powder per cup khoya
Good — works well with minor differences
Recipe Adjustment Notes
Closest fresh-substitute. Drain ricotta first; toast briefly to dry. Lacks the cooked-milk flavour.
The Science Behind This Swap
Closest fresh-substitute. Drain ricotta first; toast briefly to dry. Lacks the cooked-milk flavour.
Measurement Variance Note
For 1 cup references, this ingredient can vary by about 6% across brands and measuring methods (203g-229g per cup). For the most reliable substitution result, measure by weight and test a half batch first.
What Works & What Doesn't
Works Well In
- Muffins & quick breads
- Cookies
- Pancakes & waffles
Use With Caution
- Laminated doughs
- Macarons
- Precision pastry