- Why did the chocolate clump in the milk?
- If hot chocolate suddenly touches ice-cold milk, it can seize immediately. Drizzle in a thin stream with the blender running.
- Can I use milk chocolate?
- Yes, but reduce the honey amount, as milk chocolate is much sweeter.
Ultimate chocolate milkshake
The secret of the perfect chocolate milkshake lies in layering different textures and chocolate types. We don't settle for cocoa powder: we use real melted chocolate for depth, cocoa for intensity, and ice for a refreshing, creamy consistency. This drink brings a true American diner vibe to your kitchen.
Ingredients
300
ml
Cold milk
50
ml
Double cream (liquid)
50
g
Good quality dark chocolate (min. 60%)
1
tbsp
Unsweetened cocoa powder
20
g
Honey
1
pinch
Salt
6
pcs
Ice cubes
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Equipment Needed
- Small saucepan and metal bowl (for bain-marie)
- Blender
- Spatula
- Tall glasses
Allergen Information
Milk
Instructions
1
✓
Break the dark chocolate into a heatproof bowl and melt over a bain-marie (steaming water).
Tip: Be careful the bowl bottom doesn't touch the hot water, and no steam gets into the chocolate, as it can seize up. (Chocolate tempering basics).
2
✓
Add the cocoa powder, honey, and a pinch of salt to the melted chocolate, then mix until smooth.
Tip: Salt acts as a flavour enhancer: it suppresses bitter taste buds, making sweet flavours seem more intense. (Flavour contrast).
3
✓
Pour the cold milk, cream, and ice cubes into the blender, then start the machine.
Tip: Blend liquids with ice first so the machine works more easily.
4
✓
With the motor running, drizzle the warm chocolate mixture into the machine.
Tip: Continuous motion prevents the chocolate from solidifying into lumps in the cold milk.
5
✓
Blend until you get a completely homogeneous, frothy drink.
Tip: Don't blend for too long, as the machine's heat can melt the ice, making the drink thin.
6
✓
Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
Tip: You can garnish with extra whipped cream or chocolate shavings.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 300 ml Cold milk
- 50 ml Double cream (liquid)
- 50 g Good quality dark chocolate (min. 60%)
- 1 tbsp Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 20 g Honey
- 1 pinch Salt
- 6 pcs Ice cubes