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Malted Milk Ball

N/A Confectionery, Candy

Malted Milk Ball Confectionery, Candy

At a Glance

  • Category Confectionery, Candy

The Forktionary Angle

"A nostalgic confection combining satisfying crunch with a distinct malty sweetness in a bite-sized treat."

Definition

A spherical confection consisting of a crispy, airy malted milk center coated in chocolate, offering a unique crunchy-creamy texture and sweet, malty flavor.

Invented Year 1939 (as "Whoppers")
Key Ingredient Dehydrated malted milk powder
Texture Sensation Unique melt-in-your-mouth crunch

Flavor Profile

The primary flavor notes for Malted Milk Ball are:

Sweet malty chocolatey milky

Chef’s Secret

Crush malted milk balls and use them as a crunchy, malty topping for ice cream sundaes, milkshakes, or even as a mix-in for chocolate chip cookies.

Best Substitutes

"Chocolate Covered Pretzels

for crunch/sweet
Ratio 1:1

Maltesers

if available
Ratio 1:1

Milk Duds (1:1, different texture)"

Buying Guide

Look for fresh packaging to ensure crispness of the malted center. Store in a cool, dry place.

Culinary Pairings

Ice cream milkshakes movie snacks coffee dark chocolate salted caramel

Recipes Using Malted Milk Ball

Ants On A Branch image
Preparation Snacks Lunch Main Ingredient

Ants On A Branch

Delightfully sweet and salty Ants on a Log are the perfect picnic treat! These easy-to-make snacks are a fun and healthy addition to any outdoor gathering or kids' party. Crunchy celery sticks, creamy peanut butter, and sweet raisins create a flavor combination that's irresistible.

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