Condensed milk

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/condensed-milk

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is condensed milk?Condensed milk is a thick, sweet liquid made from cow's milk with most of its water removed and sugar added. It tastes like a creamy candy and can be stored for a long time.
2. Why does condensed milk last so long?Removing about 60% of the water makes it hard for germs to grow, and the added sugar keeps the remaining water from feeding bacteria.

Water Activity: A measure of the unbound water available in a food product for microbial growth and chemical reactions.
Humectant: A substance that attracts and retains moisture, helping to keep food products from drying out.
Shelf Stability: The ability of a food product to remain safe and retain its quality for an extended period under specified storage conditions.