Buttermilk

/ˈbʌtərˌmɪlk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A fermented dairy product made from cow's milk, after the cream has been churned to make butter.

She used buttermilk in the pancake batter to make them fluffy.

The liquid that remains after butter has been churned from cream.

The recipe called for two cups of buttermilk, which she had left over from making butter.

A drink made by diluting buttermilk with water or milk and often flavored with spices.

On hot summer days, he enjoyed sipping on cold buttermilk spiced with cumin.

The word buttermilk comes from the combination of 'butter' and 'milk' referring to the milk that remains after butter has been churned.

buttermilk pancakes

Pancakes made with buttermilk, known for their fluffy texture.

buttermilk biscuits

Biscuits made with buttermilk, typically flaky and tender.

buttermilk dressing

A creamy salad dressing made with buttermilk.

cream

The fatty part of milk that rises to the top; used to make butter.

yogurt

A thickened and fermented dairy product.

kefir

A fermented milk drink similar to yogurt.

Refers to something that is sour or unpleasant.

That idea was just a big cup of buttermilk.

Used to describe something that is rich or indulgent.

That dessert was so good; it was pure buttermilk.