How to make Ovaltine milk drink?

How do I make a cup of Ovaltine?

1. Pour 1 cup (8 fl oz, about 240 ml) of milk into a mug.
2. Add 2 tablespoons of Ovaltine, the usual US serving. Check your jar, as other countries and flavors give different amounts.
3. Stir well for 20 to 30 seconds until no clumps remain.
4. Serve hot or cold.

Taste, then add a little more powder for a stronger flavor or more milk for a milder one. Remember the powder contains sugar, so a stronger drink is sweeter.

How do I make hot Ovaltine?

Warm the milk on the stove until steaming, not boiling, or heat it in the microwave in short bursts until hot, stirring between bursts. Put the powder in the mug first, add a splash of the hot milk and stir into a paste, then add the rest. This helps prevent clumps.

How do I make cold or iced Ovaltine?

The powder dissolves more slowly in cold liquid, so stir well or use a shaker, a jar with a lid or a blender. Mixing it with a little warm milk first, then adding cold milk and ice, also works. Blending with a scoop of ice cream makes a malted shake.

Can you mix Ovaltine with water?

Yes. Water works, but the drink tastes thinner than with milk. Some sachets sold in some markets are designed to be mixed with hot water, so follow the instructions on the packet.

Can you make Ovaltine with plant milk?

Yes. Oat, soy and almond drinks all work. Some versions of Ovaltine contain whey or other milk ingredients, so they are not dairy-free even when mixed with plant milk.

How much Ovaltine for a mug?

A large mug holds about 10 to 12 fl oz. Scale the label amount to match: about 2.5 tablespoons for 10 fl oz of milk is a reasonable start. This is our scaling of the label, not an official figure, so adjust to taste.

Tips

• Do not boil the milk; it can scorch and form a skin.
• Sweeten only after tasting, since the powder already contains sugar in most versions.
• Use a whisk or a milk frother for a smooth, foamy drink.