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Ovaltine Malt
Beverages
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Ovaltine Malt

Ovaltine
12 oz
Available at Foodtown
40
Calories
0g
Protein
9g
Sugars
35mg
Sodium
63
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Ovaltine Malt arrives in a 12-ounce resealable canister you would typically find in the coffee, tea and powdered drink mix aisle, shelved near hot cocoa, powdered milk mixes and other malted or flavored drink powders. Shoppers often spot it close to breakfast staples and baking ingredients for those who use it as a mix-in. It fits casual shopping trips for pantry staples, back-to-school runs, lazy weekend brunches where moms or roommates stir a quick malted latte, and cozy evenings or movie-night rituals when people want a warm, nostalgic treat. The brand leans on a long heritage as a family-friendly, slightly old-fashioned malted drink — marketed toward parents looking for a comforting, vitamin-fortified beverage for kids as well as adults chasing nostalgia. Labeling emphasizes health halos like "good source of 12 vitamins and minerals" and advertises "no artificial flavors or sweeteners," but it is not organic and carries no natural certification. The powder is an industrially prepared mix with added sugars, emulsifiers and fortified micronutrients, made for shelf stability and convenience. Sensory-wise the mix offers a chocolatey, malty aroma and a sweet, creamy mouthfeel when blended into warm or cold milk; it can be slightly grainy if not fully dissolved, and works equally well as an ice cream topping or mixer for smoothies. The ritual is simple: spoon, stir or shake into milk, sip warm or cold, or fold into desserts — a quick, comforting finish that banks on sweet malt flavor and ease of use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 tbsp
Servings per Container: 31
Calories40
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium35mg2%
Total Carbohydrate9g3%
Total Sugars9g
Added Sugars9g18%
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS:, SUGAR,, WHEY,, CORN, MALTODEXTRIN,, MALT, EXTRACT, (MALTED, BARLEY,, BARLEY,, CARAMEL, COLOR,, SOY, LECITHIN),, NONFAT, MILK,, CARAMEL, COLOR,, BEET, JUICE, COLOR,, NATURAL, FLAVOR,, SOY, LECITHIN,, SALT,, MOLASSES., VITAMINS, AND, MINERALS:, CALCIUM, CARBONATE,, MAGNESIUM, HYDROXIDE,, VITAMIN, C, (SODIUM, ASCORBATE),, FERRIC, ORTHOPHOSPHATE, (IRON),, ZINC, SULFATE,, VITAMIN, E, ACETATE,, NIACINAMIDE,, COPPER, GLUCONATE,, VITAMIN, A, PALMITATE,, VITAMIN, B6, (PYRIDOXINE, HYDROCHLORIDE),, VITAMIN, B1, (THIAMINE, HYDROCHLORIDE),, BIOTIN,, VITAMIN, D3..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soybean oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • caramel color - Artificial coloring
  • beet juice color - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This powdered drink mix contains refined sugar, maltodextrin, emulsifiers, colorings and multiple fortified vitamins and minerals, indicative of an industrially formulated ultraprocessed product.

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Common Questions about Ovaltine Malt

Well, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your goals. In moderation, Ovaltine Malt can be a fun and nostalgic treat, especially if you're looking for a quick boost of energy or a chocolatey flavor. Just keep in mind it does have added sugars, so it's not exactly a health food, but it can fit into a balanced diet if enjoyed occasionally.

Perfect For

back-to-school
weekend-brunch
movie-night
holiday-baking

Vibe:

nostalgiccomfortingindulgentpractical
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