This article recounts the author's experience substituting a traditional wedding cake with a DIY cookie buffet, revealing how incorporating malted milk powder into cookie recipes transformed them. Particularly, chocolate malted brownie cookies achieved a remarkable flavor profile thanks to malted milk powder, which adds rich umami and enhances browning. The piece discusses other cookies that benefited from this ingredient, positioning it as a secret for achieving delectable baked goods. The versatility of malted milk powder in baking is emphasized, showcasing its ability to enhance flavor and texture dramatically.
Malted milk powder works well in baking because it adds an elusive je ne sais quoi- a caramelized, nutty depth of flavor that balances sugar with umami.
Their not-so-secret ingredient was a half-cup of malted milk powder in the dough, plus a sparkly dusting on top.
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