Parle Premium Milk Rusk Review – Crisp & Milky

A garma garam cup of chai combined with a crisp rusk is a combo that we all swear by. It is rightly a comfort food that tastes heavenly. So what exactly is a rusk? Rusk is a hard biscuit or a twice-baked bread consumed as it is or with tea and coffee.

It is a common tea partner that you will find at every tapri-wala chai stall. Today the market is flooded with brands offering different varieties of rusk, from jeera rusks to suji rusks. 

Earlier we reviewed the Amul Milk Rusk and the milky flavors were liked by all. When another popular brand Parle introduced its milk rusk, we knew we had to review it. Our Parle Premium Milk Rusk Review discusses more details on the product.

Was it a hit or miss? Let’s find out!

In this section, we cover every detail related to the Parle Premium Milk Rusk that will give you a better picture of whether these are worth trying or not. From the packaging to the shelf life, here we discuss everything in detail.

1. Packaging

Parle Premium Milk Rusk comes in a blue foil pack. Unfortunately, the pack is not resealable. 

The pack that we reviewed contains a net quantity of 182 gm + 18 gm (extra). We were delighted to see that none of the rusks were broken. 

2. Main Ingredients

The main ingredients are as follows : 

Refined wheat flour (maida) (67%), Sugar, Refined palm oil, Milk solids (2.6%), Yeast, Semolina (suji), Iodized Salt, Wheat gluten, Emulsifiers of vegetable origin [(322, 481(i),472e,471)], Wheat fiber, Antioxidant (300), Flour treatment agent [1100(i)].

Contains added flavor (artificial flavoring substances – milk).

Allergen – Contains wheat, milk, and soy.

3. Taste

In terms of taste, these rusks will leave you asking for more. The milky flavor is bold and intense. The sweetness levels are mild. 

That said, the taste gets even milkier when we dunked in a glass of warm milk. 

4. Texture And Crunch

The overall experience of having a rusk majorly depends upon the crunch. Imagine! A soggy rusk from a newly opened pack. 

We tasted these by themselves, followed by a dunk test. These rusks were super crisp when we had them by themselves. 

Post dunking in milk, they do not turn soggy. The crunch is well maintained. Full marks on that! 

Additionally, the mouthfeel does not feel buttery. 

5. Nutritional Information

Here is the nutritional Information of the Parle Premium Milk Rusk as per the pack: 

6. Price

The 200 gm pack (182 gm + 18 gm extra) is priced at Rs 30. 

7. Shelf Life

The shelf life is five months from packaging.

Looking for the Best Rusk Brands In India? Your search ends here!

A table depicting the different product details related to the Parle Premium Milk Rusk : 

Parle Premium Milk Rusk comes in a vibrant blue foil pack. Our review pack has a net weight of 200 grams (182 gm + 18 gm extra). 

The first impression of these rusks was quite pleasant. All the rusks are baked evenly. None of the rusks in the pack were broken. 

We examined the texture in two stages -as is and with a cup of a warm beverage. Before dunking, we tasted it straight out of the pack to check the original flavor and crunch. The crispness of these rusks is on point! It has a pronounced crunch in every bite. 

Post-that, we performed a dunk test with a warm glass of milk. On dunking, we observed the rusk absorbs the milk well. It does not turn too soggy. The taste gets even milkier. YUM! On scanning the ingredient list, we found the presence of suji. Suji is commonly used to enhance crispness and adds a crusty layer.

These rusks showcase an intense milky flavor in terms of the overall taste. We loved the delicate sweetness of these rusks.

Your quest for the Best Rusk Brands In India ends here!

Features

• The 182 gm + 18 gm extra pack is priced at Rs. 30. 
• The shelf life of these rusks is 5 months from packaging. 
• Ingredients : Refined wheat flour (maida) (67%), Sugar, Refined palm oil, Milk solids (2.6%), Yeast, Semolina (suji), Iodized salt, Wheat gluten, Emulsifiers of vegetable origin [(322, 481(i),472e,471)], Wheat fiber, Antioxidant (300), Flour treatment agent [1100(i)].
• Contains added flavor (artificial flavoring substances – milk).
• Allergen – Contains wheat, milk and soy. 
• It is a vegetarian product. 

Pros

• These rusks have a pronounced crunch. 
• All the rusks are baked evenly. 
• We loved the bold milky flavor. 
• The rusks retained its texture when dipped in warm milk. 
• They do not feel buttery. 

Cons

• The ingredient list includes both suji and maida. However, the percentage of suji used is not mentioned.

Best Suited For

People who prefer rusks that are not too sweet and have a milky flavor will love the Parle Premium Milk Rusk. Be it a garma-garam cup of chai or coffee, dipping these rusks will elevate your entire experience.

Here are some interesting FAQs on Parle Premium Milk Rusk

1. Are there any preservatives used in these rusk biscuits?

Yes. Parle Premium Milk Rusk contains preservatives. We scanned the list of ingredients and noticed the presence of maida (acts as a natural preservative) and Flour treatment agent [1100(i)] used to increase the shelf life. 

2. Can these biscuits be paired with tea or coffee?

Yes, these rusk biscuits would go well with tea or coffee. You can also dip these rusks in warm milk. 

3. How many milk rusks are there in total in one pack?

The 200 gm pack (182 gm + 18 gm extra) holds approximately 22 rusks in total. 

4. How to retain the crispiness of these rusk biscuits after unpacking?

To ensure that the crispiness of these rusks is maintained, make sure to store them in an air-tight container post opening the pack. 

5. Are rusk biscuits vegan?

No. Parle Premium Milk Rusks are not vegan. These rusk biscuits contain 2.6% of milk solids.

Parle Premium Milk Rusk is toasted evenly and has a pronounced crunch in every bite that you take. You can buy it for its dominant milky flavor, crisp texture, and pricing. These were the positive attributes of these rusks. A cup of hot tea and Parle milk rusk is sure to win your heart just like it did ours! 

Which is your favorite tea-time snack option? Share your thoughts below.

Our reviews are unbiased and all samples used during the reviews were paid for by us. Read our entire ethics statement here.