Nestle Carnation Evaporated Milk is a 12 fl oz can of shelf-stable concentrated milk made with real milk and about 60% of the water removed, sold as Single, Pack of 3, Pack of 6, or Pack of 12, shipped fast from New Jersey.
Nestle Carnation Evaporated Milk: 12 fl oz Can of Concentrated Real Milk
- Made with real milk — about 60% of the water removed for a concentrated, shelf-stable product
- Shelf-stable until opened — no refrigeration needed before the can is opened
- 0g added sugars — only naturally occurring milk sugars, per the label
- 40 calories per serving — 2 Tbsp (30 mL) serving with 2g fat, 30mg sodium, 2g protein, about 12 servings per can
- Ingredients — Milk, Dipotassium Phosphate, Carrageenan, Vitamin D3
- Pack options — Single, Pack of 3, Pack of 6, and Pack of 12 for baking and stocking up
How to Use
Use undiluted as a substitute for heavy cream in soups, sauces, and casseroles, or mix 1 part evaporated milk with 1 part water to substitute for regular milk in recipes such as pumpkin pie, custards, and fudge. Unopened cans are shelf-stable in a cool, dry pantry. Once opened, this product needs refrigeration: transfer any unused milk to an airtight container, refrigerate, and use within 3 to 5 days; do not freeze, since it may separate upon thawing.
About Carnation
Carnation was established in 1899 and has been part of Nestle since 1985. Carnation Evaporated Milk is made from Grade A milk with about 60% of the water removed through an evaporation process, producing a concentrated, shelf-stable milk product used widely in American baking, including the classic Libby's Pumpkin Pie recipe printed on Libby's pumpkin cans. Browse more pantry staples in our Canned & Packaged Food collection. Learn more at nestleusa.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between evaporated milk and condensed milk?
Both are concentrated canned milk products, but sweetened condensed milk has a large amount of added sugar, making it thick and syrupy, while evaporated milk like Carnation has no added sugar and is simply concentrated milk. They are not interchangeable in most recipes; read the printed label to confirm which product you are using.
Can I use Carnation Evaporated Milk as a substitute for regular milk?
Yes. Mix one part evaporated milk with one part water to approximate the consistency of whole milk. Undiluted evaporated milk can also stand in for heavy cream in many recipes, providing richness with less fat. Read the printed label for the manufacturer's specific usage suggestions and nutrition information.
Does Carnation Evaporated Milk need to be refrigerated?
Unopened cans are shelf-stable and do not require refrigeration; store them in a cool, dry pantry. Once opened, this product needs refrigeration: transfer any unused milk to an airtight container, refrigerate, and use within 3 to 5 days. Do not freeze evaporated milk, since it may separate upon thawing.
Does Carnation Evaporated Milk contain allergens?
The listed ingredients are milk, dipotassium phosphate, carrageenan, and vitamin D3, so this product contains milk as a primary allergen. It is produced in a facility that may handle other allergens; read the printed label on your can to confirm current allergen and facility handling information before use.