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Skimmed Milk Powder

Versatile dairy functionality for a wide range of food applications

Skimmed Milk Powder

Skimmed milk powder is a versatile dairy ingredient that combines the nutritional value of milk proteins with the functional properties of lactose and milk minerals. It provides a convenient source of milk solids for food manufacturers looking to enrich formulations, develop texture and achieve consistent product quality.

With applications ranging from dairy products and bakery goods to confectionery, meat products and savoury foods, skimmed milk powder offers a flexible ingredient solution for a wide range of food processing requirements.

A versatile ingredient from milk

Our spray dried skimmed milk powder provides concentrated milk solids in a convenient, shelf-stable powder form.

Its composition of milk proteins, lactose and minerals contributes to a range of functional properties. Depending on the formulation and processing conditions, skimmed milk powder can support water binding, emulsification, texture development, colour formation and the characteristic taste of dairy-based products.

Key characteristics include:

  • Milk proteins and lactose
  • Low fat content compared with whole milk powder
  • Contribution to texture and mouthfeel
  • Water-binding properties
  • Support for browning during baking and heating
  • Convenient storage, handling and transport

Skimmed milk powder offers nutritional value and versatile functionality for food manufacturers.

  • Source of milk proteins and lactose
  • Contribution to protein enrichment
  • Supports texture and mouthfeel
  • Water-binding functionality
  • Contributes to emulsification in suitable formulations
  • Supports browning through the Maillard reaction
  • Contributes to characteristic dairy flavour
  • Convenient powder format for storage and handling
  • Versatile ingredient for different food formulations

Sweet applications

  • Ice cream
  • Desserts
  • Chocolate
  • Margarine
  • Confectionery

Savoury applications

  • Soups
  • Sauces
  • Dressings and dips
  • Convenience foods

Bakery

  • Pastry products
  • Baked goods
  • Bakery products


One ingredient. Multiple formulation benefits.

Skimmed milk powder for versatile food formulations

Skimmed milk powder provides concentrated milk solids in a convenient and versatile ingredient format. Combining milk proteins, lactose and minerals, it supports a range of formulation needs across dairy, bakery, confectionery, meat and savoury applications. Whether used to enrich formulations, develop texture or contribute to colour and flavour, skimmed milk powder is a flexible ingredient for industrial food production.

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