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Best Easy Fried Milk Cubes Recipe

Name: Best Easy Fried Milk Cubes Recipe
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 90 g
Ingredients: whole milk 1.5 cups; cornstarch 5 tbsp; sugar 4 tbsp; egg 1 piece; panko breadcrumbs 1 cup; vegetable oil 2 cups; vanilla extract 0.5 tsp; salt 0.25 tsp

Golden fried milk cubes with crispy coating and creamy interior are a Cantonese street treat. A fun, family-friendly snack with fresh, milky flavor.

Cook 50 min Difficulty NORMAL 224 kcal

#vegetarian #dessert #Cantonese snack #family-friendly

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

whole milk 1.5 cups
cornstarch 5 tbsp
sugar 4 tbsp
egg 1 piece
panko breadcrumbs 1 cup
vegetable oil 2 cups

Seasonings/Sauce

vanilla extract 0.5 tsp
salt 0.25 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 31 g 55%

Protein 6 g 11%

Fat 8 g 34%

Serving size 90g

Cooking steps

1

Whisk together whole milk, 4 tbsp cornstarch, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract in a saucepan until smooth.
2

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens into a smooth, soft dough (about 8–10 minutes).
3

Immediately pour the thickened milk into a parchment-lined 8-inch square pan. Smooth the surface, let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours until fully set.
4

Turn out the chilled milk block and cut into 1.5-inch cubes. Lightly coat each cube in the remaining 1 tbsp cornstarch.
5

Beat the egg in a shallow bowl. Dip each cornstarch-coated cube in egg, then press into panko breadcrumbs, coating all sides and pressing gently.
6

Heat vegetable oil to 340°F (medium-high). Fry the coated cubes in batches without crowding, turning occasionally until golden and crisp (about 1–2 minutes per batch).
7

Remove fried milk cubes with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve warm for the creamiest texture.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What are the key ingredients that give Fried Milk Cubes their signature taste?

The combination of whole milk, sugar, and vanilla extract creates the creamy, subtly sweet flavor at the heart of Fried Milk Cubes. The panko breadcrumb coating delivers the light, crispy texture after frying. Using fresh milk ensures a clean, rich taste.

Q. What is the most important step to achieve the perfect creamy texture inside?

Heating the milk mixture gently and stirring constantly while it thickens is crucial. This prevents lumps and keeps the custard base soft and silky. Chilling until fully set ensures the milk cubes hold their shape during frying.

Q. How do you prevent the Fried Milk Cubes from falling apart or becoming greasy?

Be sure to coat the chilled milk cubes in cornstarch, dip in egg, and fully cover with panko breadcrumbs before frying. Fry in oil at the specified medium-high temperature (around 340°F) and avoid overcrowding the pan—this gives you a crisp coating and creamy interior without excess oil absorption.

Q. How many calories and what are the main macronutrient ratios per serving?

Each 90g serving of Fried Milk Cubes contains about 224 kcal. Carbohydrates provide about 31g (55% of calories), protein 6g (11%), and fat 8g (34%).

Best Easy Fried Milk Cubes Recipe

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