milk chocolate

noun

: chocolate made with milk solids compare dark chocolate, white chocolate

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Vanilla ice cream is covered in milk chocolate and crisped rice to create the classic summer treat. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 30 June 2026 In the country that invented milk chocolate, indulging in the decadent, creamy treat is a no-brainer. — Elizabeth Preske, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026 Milk Duds, milk chocolate, nougat, caramel, and Milky Way bars create a thick, confectionery palate. — Chris Perugini, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 Nestlé's take pairs notes of vanilla and brown butter flavor with milk chocolate morsels for a chocolate chip cookie that's even more comforting. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for milk chocolate

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1900, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of milk chocolate was in 1900

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milk chocolate

noun

: chocolate containing ground cacao beans, cocoa butter, and milk from which no solids (as of sugar or fat) have been removed

milk chocolate

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