Vanilla Malt

Vanilla Malt is a creamy, thick milkshake made by blending milk, vanilla ice cream, and malted milk powder, which gives it a distinctive toasty, nutty sweetness. It's a classic American diner beverage that rose to fame in the early 20th century with the popularization of malted milk powder.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This is a high-carbohydrate and high-fat treat, primarily providing quick energy from sugars and dairy fats. A typical 16-ounce serving can range from 500 to 700 calories, with significant amounts of calcium and some protein from the dairy ingredients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	8 g
Carbs	40 g
Fat	6 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	30 g
Sodium	150 mg
Calcium	300 mg
Vitamin D	2.5 mcg
Phosphorus	220 mg
Vitamin A	90 mcg RAE
Riboflavin (B2)	0.4 mg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Magnesium	40 mg
Zinc	1.5 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The 'malt' in its name comes from malted barley, which was originally developed as a nutritious food supplement. This ingredient adds a complex, savory depth that balances the sweetness, making it a more nuanced flavor experience than a standard vanilla milkshake.