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Nourishing Milo Copycat

A nourishing homemade Milo style malty cacao drink made with simple whole food ingredients. Creamy, comforting, and naturally sweet with a nostalgic malt flavour.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Kiwi
Calories: 78
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup extra light dried malt extract
  • 3/4 cup milk powder
  • 3 tbsp raw sugar or coconut sugar
  • 3 tbsp cacao or cacao powder
  • 1 pinch pink Himalayan salt

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 sieve
  • 1 airtight jar
  • 1 measuring cup/spoons

Method
 

  1. Add all ingredients to a mixing bowl. Sieve the cocao/cocoa powder.
  2. Mix thoroughly until evenly combined.
  3. Transfer to an airtight container.
  4. Store in a cool, dry place.

Notes

To Make One Mug
  1. Add 2–3 tablespoons of powder to a mug
  2. Add a splash of hot water and stir into a smooth paste
  3. Top with hot milk (or half milk and half water)
  4. Stir well and enjoy
Tips
  • Use whole milk for creamier flavour or swap out for dairy free milk powder
  • Sprinkle extra powder on top like traditional malt drinks
  • Adjust sweetness to taste or swap out sugar type or sweetener 
  • Store in airtight container