{Reference Type}: Journal Article
{Title}: Analysis of physicochemical properties of nut-based milk and sweetened condensed milk alternatives.
{Author}: Oh J;Lee KG;
{Journal}: Food Chem
{Volume}: 455
{Issue}: 0
{Year}: 2024 Oct 15
{Factor}: 9.231
{DOI}: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.139991
{Abstract}: This study analyzed the physicochemical properties of nut-based milk and sweetened condensed milk (SCM) alternatives. Four types of nuts (almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, and walnuts) were roasted at 140 °C for 15 min, followed by the preparation and analysis of milk and SCM alternatives. During the production of SCM by heating with adding sugar, the pH, moisture, and L* decreased, while the carbohydrates, viscosity, and browning index increased significantly (p < 0.05). Oleic acid, linoleic acid, and linolenic acid contents were comparable among all samples (p > 0.05). Volatile compounds were analyzed using HS-SPME-GC-MS to determine changes due to roasting and heating, and a total of 54 volatile compounds were identified. These findings to show the importance of the physicochemical characteristics of milk and SCM alternatives, provide practical information for the development of improved-quality dairy alternatives.