To add milk powder to a chocolate cake recipe, you can follow these general steps:
Determine the appropriate amount: Check your chocolate cake recipe for the required amount of milk powder. The recipe should specify the measurement, such as tablespoons or cups.
Prepare the milk powder: Measure out the required amount of milk powder according to the recipe. If the milk powder is lumpy, you can sift it to ensure a smooth consistency.
Incorporate into dry ingredients: In most cake recipes, the dry ingredients are combined separately before being mixed with the wet ingredients. Add the measured milk powder to the other dry ingredients, such as flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix them together until well combined. This ensures that the milk powder is evenly distributed throughout the dry mixture.
Continue with the recipe: Follow the remaining steps of your chocolate cake recipe as usual. The combined dry ingredients, including the milk powder, will be incorporated into the wet ingredients (e.g., butter, eggs, liquid) to form the cake batter.
Mix thoroughly: When adding the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, make sure to mix them thoroughly but avoid overmixing, as it can lead to a denser texture. Mix until the ingredients are just combined and no streaks of dry ingredients remain.
Bake as directed: Transfer the prepared cake batter into a greased and floured cake pan, and bake according to the recipe's instructions. The milk powder will contribute to the flavor and moisture of the cake.
Remember to follow your specific chocolate cake recipe for precise measurements and instructions regarding the addition of milk powder.