Chocolate malt milkshake thickener
Chocolate malt milkshake thickener is a specialty ingredient, typically a powder blend, designed to give milkshakes a rich, creamy, and thick consistency reminiscent of classic diner-style shakes. It usually contains malted milk powder, cornstarch or other stabilizers, cocoa, and sugar, and is mixed directly with milk and ice cream or ice. This product is popular in American diners and fast-food chains to ensure a consistently smooth and dense texture.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is a high-carbohydrate, high-sugar ingredient, primarily contributing empty calories with minimal protein or fiber. A typical serving adds around 100-150 calories, mostly from sugar and refined carbs, with small amounts of calcium and potassium from the dairy base.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Carbs | 55 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 40 g |
| Sodium | 150 mg |
| Calcium | 250 mg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.6 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Zinc | 1.2 mg |
Per 1 packet (approx. 30 g) mixed with 1 cup (240 ml) milk and 1/2 cup (65 g) vanilla ice cream · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Malted milk, the key flavor component, was originally developed in the late 19th century as a nutritional supplement for infants and invalids before becoming a beloved treat. The 'thickener' aspect often relies on starches or gums, which are food science innovations to mimic the mouthfeel of slow-churned ice cream.
