Q&A for How to Make Chocolate Milk

You could try adding some more regular milk to it which should dilute the sweetness a bit.

A blender helps combine the milk well, but you can also use an electric mixer or whisk. It will take a longer time to fully blend, but it will work.

Cold milk makes the drink tastier, so it is recommended. But, you may use hot milk, too.

You can add more chocolate syrup or powder but remember that the powder still needs to be combined well and the more powder added, the more work it is to blend it in without making lumps. Also be aware of sweetness - too much syrup or sugar-laden chocolate powder can make the drink overly sweet despite the added chocolate flavor.

You could melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring in between until they are all completely melted, and then heat up your milk (the milk must be warm, or the chocolate will sink to the bottom and solidify). Mix the two hot products together. Let it cool, then store it in the fridge for whenever you want to enjoy it!

No, you don't need salt. A little salt brings out the flavor of the chocolate, however.

Definitely! There are other lovely flavors that go well with a chocolate milk, such as ground ginger or nutmeg. Or try a few drops of vanilla extract or a shot of coffee. Cinnamon sugar may be something of interest too.

Yes, you can. Prepare the chocolate milk first, then heat it up in a mug in the microwave. Be aware that it will not be as rich as normal hot chocolate.

Unfortunately, it's not the healthiest drink in the world. You will still get protein and vitamins from the milk, but the addition of chocolate also means that it is full of sugar and fat, which aren't healthy.

You don't need to add salt to the recipe that uses syrup.

If you all you have is brown sugar, yes, though be aware that brown sugar has a strong taste and will cause the chocolate milk to taste different.

Sure, if you're looking for a basic recipe. Some people recommend adding sugar and a pinch of salt to give the chocolate milk more flavor, but they aren't a requirement.

No, this chocolate milk is best cold. But if you wanted to make hot cocoa, then you could use one of the 4 methods above and then microwave it in a mug.