7 Decadent Add-Ins to Upgrade Your Chocolate Malt Shake
A chocolate malt shake or chocolate malt is a classic blended treat, but fans of this sippable sweet may also enjoy creative variations on it. From ingredients that intensify the chocolate flavor to those that provide complementary contrasts, thoughtful add-ins can further elevate the chocolate malt experience. Below, discover several suggestions for upgrading your chocolate malt shake, as well as answers to other common questions about this tasty treat!
7 Chocolate Malt Shake Add-Ins to Try
Preparing a basic chocolate malt shake generally requires just a few ingredients, such as ice cream or frozen custard, chocolate syrup, malted milk powder and milk. Unless you plan to make your own ingredients for this malt like frozen custard or chocolate syrup, it is also fairly quick to make, as illustrated in chocolate malt recipes like this one from the Laughing Spatula. Additionally, with just a single extra ingredient, you can achieve an even more mouthwatering malt. Here are some ideas for how to take your chocolate malt shake to the next level, whether making it at home or ordering one from the Freddy’s near you!
1. Amp up the chocolate!
To double up on the chocolate and malt notes of this shake, chocolate-covered malted milk balls are frequently mixed into it or sprinkled on top. However, other options like chocolate chips, chocolate brownie pieces, and crushed chocolate cookies similarly provide more chocolatey goodness to this drink. On the Freddy’s menu, you’ll find all of these choices and other chocolate possibilities, when you customize your malt.
2. Layer in some fruit.
If you love the combination of fruit and chocolate, consider including your favorite fruit, like strawberries or bananas, with your chocolate malt shake. For example, to your Chocolate Brownie Delight shake at Freddy’s, choose cherry topping in addition to the malt for a creative treat combination. Experimenting with different types of chocolate in your malt or any other treat? This basic chocolate and fruit pairing guide from The Kitchn may be of interest.
3. Bring on the peanut butter.
The combination of peanut butter and chocolate makes for incredibly tasty dishes like pies, cookies and those incredible candy cups, so why not enjoy this duo in malt form? In fact, Tasting Table shares that there is actually a scientific explanation for why this pairing is so irresistible. To further upgrade your chocolate malt shake, consider blending in some peanut butter sauce, chopped peanut butter cups or one of your other favorite peanut butter treats.
4. Swirl in some marshmallows.
To play off of the subtle toastiness of your malt, consider taking inspiration from cocoa or s’mores and putting a marshmallow component into your shake!
5. Incorporate caramel ribbons or candy.
Including buttery caramel in your chocolate malt may further enrich the overall taste of your ice cream or frozen custard malt. If you are looking for a little textural contrast to the smooth, creamy mixture, you might opt for candy or cookies with caramel, perhaps paired with nuts or chocolate.
6. Introduce coffee to your chocolate malt combination.
Love a little chocolate with your cold or hot coffee beverage? Experiment with this combination in your cold treats too. For example, try adding malt and swapping vanilla for chocolate frozen custard when you next order the Cold Brew Caramel Crunch at Freddy’s. To make a variety of malts, sundaes and more, you can also just create your own treat at Freddy’s!
7. Make it minty!
During candy cane season or any other time of year, using mint may help you maximize the magic of your malt. With options like crushed candy canes, chocolate covered mints, and mint syrups, there are many different ways to change up your chocolate malt, making it even more delicious!
Frequently Asked Questions about Chocolate Malt Shakes
What is the difference between a chocolate malt and a chocolate shake?
The addition of malted milk powder is what distinguishes the malt from the shake. Generally, the ingredients and preparation of both drinks are similar, so including this powder is what results in the subtly nutty or toasty taste and sometimes richer consistency of a malt.
Is vanilla or chocolate frozen custard or ice cream the base of a chocolate malt shake?
Either flavor can be used to make a chocolate malt. If you want a more intense chocolate flavor, opt for chocolate frozen custard or ice cream.
How can I create a chocolate malt shake at Freddy’s?
There are several ways to make this treat at Freddy’s. Select the shake or create your own treat menu option and include malt during the customization process. You can also transform many of our current chocolatey frozen custard treats into shakes and add malt during the ordering process.
When you are craving a classic chocolate malt shake or a customized variation of this treat, stop by your local Freddy’s today! Our current assortment of add-ins features choices in each of the suggested categories included in this guide. Don’t forget to download the Freddy’s app on Google Play or the App Store to save your malt preferences, track rewards points as they accumulate, and more!