How to Make Buttermilk Powder - Recipe
With just 3 simple ingredients, you can easily make a big batch of buttermilk powder right at home in the oven or food dehydrator.
Ingredients
- Buttermilk - Use good quality cultured or regular buttermilk. Quantity is flexible based on how much powder you want to make.
- Lemon juice - Adds extra tanginess and helps preserve the powder. About 1 tablespoon per 1 cup buttermilk.
- Parchment paper - Lines your trays for easy removal later.
Optional extra ingredients:
- Sugar or salt for flavor
- Extra milk powder or cornstarch to help absorption
Instructions
- Mix the buttermilk and lemon juice together
- Spread the mixture thinly onto parchment paper lined dehydrator trays or baking sheets
- Dehydrate at 170°F until completely dry and brittle, about 4-6 hours
- Process the dried buttermilk chips into a fine powder
- Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months