Chocolate Milkshake

WDC NEWS 6 STAFF

4 months ago

Few things are more iconic than a chocolate milkshake. (Vanilla, you rang?) This recipe keeps it simple: chocolate ice cream, milk, a 1/2 teaspoon of added vanilla, and a pinch of kosher salt. The salt and vanilla help bring out this shake’s inherent richness, better highlighting the primary ingredients’ chocolaty, creamy flavors. This chocolate diner milkshake recipe yields a thick shake; thin it out by adding more milk, if desired.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between a milkshake and a malt?

A malt is simply a milkshake that has malted milk powder added to it. The only difference is taste; the pale-yellow powder brings with it a delicate nutty, milky flavor. Malted milk powder combines malt powder (pulverized grain sprouts that are heated then mashed) plus milk solids. Malt powder can be added to breads, waffles, tortillas, and bagels (among other dough-based foods); it’s also a main ingredient in beer and whiskey production.

Why should I add salt to my dessert?

Salt is a flavor enhancer, helping you taste a dish’s existing ingredients — like chocolate or vanilla — better. It also helps counteract cloying sweetness by cutting through and helping balance a dessert’s sugary elements.

Notes from the Food & Wine Test Kitchen

We recommend using a standard blender for this recipe, which produces an airy milkshake without overworking the ice cream.

Suggested pairing

Turn this diner-style milkshake into a boozy dessert by adding a bit of alcohol to your blend: Think coffee or fruit liqueurs.

Make ahead

Enjoy immediately. Ice cream melts — and shouldn’t be refrozen.

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