How to Make Chocolate Milk

How to Make Chocolate Milk with Cocoa Powder

Create a feeling of nostalgia in your home with this rich and creamy chocolate milk with HERSHEY'S Cocoa Powder.  

This recipe comes together in an instant with 

• 1 8 oz glass  
• 1 cup milk 
• 3 tsp HERSHEY’S SPECIAL DARK Cocoa Powder 
• 1-1/2 tsp granulated sugar  

To achieve a velvety consistency, microwave ¼ cup of milk until steaming. Add the cocoa and sugar to the hot milk and stir vigorously. Pour the mixture into the rest of the cold milk and serve! For a more decadent and creamier consistency, use ½ regular milk and ½ half and half. Pro Tip: if you’re looking for a colder beverage, throw the drink into the fridge to cool for 20 mins before drinking. 

Whether you’re making an after-school treat for the kids or creating a cozy beverage for an after-dinner movie night, triple the recipe to create a batch large enough to share the enjoyment with your family and friends. 

How to Make Chocolate Milk with Syrup

Classic Chocolate Milk with HERSHEY'S Chocolate Syrup

Does this recipe sound familiar? Make this satisfying drink the way you remember making it as a kid with HERSHEY'S Syrup. For this recipe, you will need:  

• 1 8 oz glass  
• 1 cup milk 
• 4 tsp of Syrup   

Replace the measurement above with 2 Tbsp of Syrup for extra sweetness or 8 tsp of Syrup for a chocolatey burst of flavor.  
Mix all ingredients together into a jar and shake vigorously to get the most even texture and avoid extra syrup stuck to the bottom of the glass.  

Chocolate Milk with Alternative Syrup Options

Whether you’re celebrating a pink-themed occasion like Valentine’s Day, wanting to create a fun, sensory experience for the kids, or looking for a fruit-forward alternative, stir up some chocolatey fun by exploring unique Syrup options to create new and exciting chocolate milk flavors.  

How to Make Strawberry Milk 

To create this pink chocolate milk recipe, you will need:  

• 8 oz glass 
• 1 cup of milk 
• 4 tsp of HERSHEY’S Strawberry Flavored Syrup  

Follow the same mixing technique described above.  

Want to add a little freshness? Top it off with some fruit like Strawberries or Blueberries and a dollop of whipped cream to finish off the ultimate sweet drink.  

How to Make Sugar Free Chocolate Milk 

Pursuing a sugar-free lifestyle doesn’t mean you have to skip your favorite sweet treat. Create this sugar-free chocolate milk alternative to satisfy any sweet tooth regardless of dietary restrictions. To make sugar free chocolate milk, grab:  

• 1 8 oz glass 
• 1 cup of milk 
• 1-1/2 tsp granulated Sugar 
• 4 tsp of HERSHEY’S Sugar Free Chocolate Syrup 

Still looking for the perfect sweetener alternative? We’ve got you covered with these six suggestions for sweeteners to maintain the perfect flavor while adjusting the recipe to you or your family’s preferences.  

How to Make Chocolate Milk with a Chocolate Bar

Add rich and creamy chocolate milk to the long list of recipes you can create from a HERSHEY'S Milk Chocolate Bar.  To make this all you’ll need is:  


• 1 8oz glass  
• 1 HERSHEY’S Milk Chocolate Bar 
• 1-3/4 cup milk, divided  
• 1 tsp granulated sugar  


To get the chocolate melted into the perfect consistency, microwave the chocolate, ¼ cup of milk and sugar together for 30 seconds on high heat. Whisk vigorously to blend and heat for another 10 seconds at a time until smooth. Cool the mixture for 5-10 minutes and pour the remaining milk into the chocolate mixture, continuing to stir.  

No microwave? No problem! Add your sealed chocolate bar to a glass of hot water and let it sit for about 3-4 minutes for a mess-free melt.  

Want to give it a boost of flavor? Rim the glass with marshmallow creme and dip it in graham cracker crumbs to give it a S’mores twist!  

Snacks and Pairings with Chocolate Milk

Snacks to Complement Chocolate Milk 

Whichever way you choose to create your chocolate milk, make it a fun snack time with these perfectly dunk-able indulgent treats.  

HERSHEY'S Classic Milk Chocolate Chip Cookies 

• Bake these cookies for your chocolate milk pairing  
• For an extra chocolate kick, pair your chocolate milk with another classic snack time favorite, chocolate chip cookies.  

HERSHEY'S Walnut Cookie Bars

• Chocolate Walnut Cookie Bars with Sugar Free Chocolate Chips 
• Go nuts with this cookie bar recipe that mixes HERSHEY'S Sugar Free Chocolate Chips and walnuts for some chewy, nutty goodness. 

REESE'S Crinkle Cookies

• Impress your friends and family with these cookies inspired by everyone’s favorite sweet combo: Chocolate and Peanut Butter. If you have a peanut allergy or looking for a different flavor, try out these Cocoa Crinkle Cookies for a nut-free alternative.  

Whether it’s a special event, a nighttime sweet treat, or an after-school beverage, we’ve got you covered with all the ways to create and enjoy classic chocolate milk. Whatever the occasion, one thing is for sure, it will bring you right back to those comforting feelings you had as a kid and offer new memories to share with your family and friends.