milk chocolate

noun

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

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The new flavor combination, released in May, adds a cinnamon-sugar twist to the layers of milk chocolate, caramel and biscuit the original bars are known for. Erin Clements, PEOPLE, 15 Dec. 2025 That is followed by notes of honey, butterscotch, plums, peaches, and figs on the palate, and dark fruit and milk chocolate fading out on the finish. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 15 Dec. 2025 Made with real milk chocolate and coated in vibrant blue and white candy shells, M&M'S Milk Chocolate Christmas candies add a festive touch to candy dishes, stockings and gifts, bringing holiday joy to every bite! Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2025 The dough is rolled in festive hues of red and green nonpareils before baking, and once baked, a milk chocolate kiss is gently pressed into the warm cookie right out of the oven. Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for milk chocolate

Word History

First Known Use

1900, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of milk chocolate was in 1900

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“Milk chocolate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/milk%20chocolate. Accessed 22 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

milk chocolate

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

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