Ovaltine
Ovaltine is a sweetened chocolate malt powder that is mixed with hot or cold milk to create a comforting, creamy beverage. Its typical ingredients include malted barley, cocoa, sugar, and added vitamins and minerals. Originally from Switzerland, it has become a popular drink worldwide, especially among children.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This drink is generally high in carbohydrates due to the added sugar and malted barley, with a moderate amount of protein from the milk it's mixed with. A typical serving (prepared with milk) provides a good source of calcium and B vitamins, with a calorie range of approximately 150-250 calories per cup.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 160 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 2.5 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 20 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 300 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Vitamin A | 300 µg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 µg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 µg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Ovaltine was famously marketed as a health drink and was even sent to soldiers during World War II as a nutritious supplement. Its unique malty, chocolatey flavor has made it a nostalgic comfort drink for generations, often associated with childhood and bedtime routines.
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