Best Substitutes for Milk
Any dairy or plant-based milk works in most recipes — pick one with a similar fat content for best results.
Best overall swap
Unsweetened almond milk
1:1Neutral flavor, lower fat — works in most baking and cooking.
All Substitutes for Milk
Unsweetened almond milk
1:1Neutral flavor, lower fat — works in most baking and cooking.
Oat milk
1:1Slightly sweet and creamy, blends especially well in coffee and baking.
Evaporated milk + water
1/2 cup evaporated milk + 1/2 cup water per 1 cup milkA shelf-stable pantry fix that’s nutritionally close to whole milk.
Powdered milk + water
Follow package ratio for the amount neededHandy pantry fallback when you’re fully out of fresh milk.