Milky Way (chocolate bar) facts for kids
Milky Way is a popular chocolate bar known for its delicious taste. It was first created way back in 1923 by Mars, Incorporated, a famous candy company. This yummy treat is covered in smooth chocolate and has a soft, chewy caramel layer inside, along with a fluffy nougat center.
Milky Way is especially well-known in the United States, where it's often listed as one of the top chocolate bars. Did you know there's even a special day for it? March 12th is celebrated as Milky Way Day!
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The Story of Milky Way
How it Started
The Milky Way bar was invented by Frank C. Mars in 1923. He was the founder of Mars, Incorporated. It was one of the very first candy bars to have a nougat center. The idea for the bar was inspired by a popular malted milk drink of the time, which is why it was named "Milky Way."
What's Inside?
The classic Milky Way bar has three main parts:
- A light, fluffy nougat. This nougat is often described as tasting like chocolate malt.
- A layer of sweet, gooey caramel.
- All of this is covered in a rich milk chocolate coating.
This combination gives the Milky Way bar its unique texture and flavor that many people love.
Milky Way Around the World
Different Versions
While the Milky Way bar is popular in the United States, it's also sold in many other countries. However, the version you find outside the U.S. can be quite different!
- United States Version: This is the one with chocolate nougat and a layer of caramel, all covered in milk chocolate.
- Global Version: In places like the United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia, the Milky Way bar is different. It usually has a lighter, fluffier nougat center (often vanilla-flavored) and no caramel. It's also covered in milk chocolate. This version is actually more similar to what Americans know as a "3 Musketeers" bar.
Why the Difference?
The reason for these differences is mostly due to history and what people in different regions preferred when the bars were first introduced. Over time, the recipes stayed unique to their markets. This means if you travel, you might get to try a completely different kind of Milky Way!
Milky Way Day
Celebrating the Bar
Every year on March 12th, fans of the Milky Way bar celebrate "Milky Way Day." It's a fun, unofficial holiday for candy lovers to enjoy their favorite chocolate bar. It's a great excuse to treat yourself to a Milky Way and share it with friends!
Images for kids
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Milky Way Simply Caramel bar
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The US version (left) and global version (right) of Milky Way
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The US (left) and global (right) bars each feature different types of filling.
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Milky Way floating in milk
See also
In Spanish: Milky Way para niños
