Dairy

whole milk

Full-fat cow's milk (~3.5% fat); base for white sauces, custards, batters and beverages, lending creaminess and body.

Who it fits

GLP-1VegetarianGluten-free

Contains: leite

General guidance based on composition — not a clinical label and not a substitute for professional care.

What it does in cooking

The sensory role of the ingredient — what it brings in flavor and texture, and what it pairs with.

Flavor

Sweetness3
Acidity1
Umami1
Richness4

Texture

Creaminess5

Pairs with

cocoa powderground cinnamontipo 00 flourchicken eggrefined sugar

Glycemic index

39Low

published range: 3642

low ≤55medium 56–69high ≥70
source: Harvard Health · Tabelas Internacionais de IG

A reference value (glucose = 100), not a personal prediction: the real response depends on the whole meal, the preparation and you. Not a substitute for professional care.

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