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Mark your calendars and get ready to indulge in white chocolate goodness on National White Chocolate Day on Sept. 22! White chocolate was first invented in the 1930s, and has since become a favorite indulgence for many people all over the world. This sweet treat is made from cocoa butter, milk solids, sugar and vanilla flavoring, which creates its unique creamy texture and unique flavor. Whether you prefer it melted into a drink or as a topping on ice cream, there's no denying that white chocolate is one of life's greatest pleasures. So go ahead and celebrate this day by enjoying some delicious white chocolate treats!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1930s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Invention of White Chocolate</div><div class='timeline-text'>White chocolate, made by blending cocoa butter, milk solids, sugar, and vanilla, was first invented in Switzerland in the 1930s.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1945</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Nestlé's Milkybar</div><div class='timeline-text'>Nestlé introduced Milkybar, a popular brand of white chocolate, contributing significantly to its global popularity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1984</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>White Chocolate's Legal Definition</div><div class='timeline-text'>The FDA established a standard for white chocolate, stating it should have at least 20% cocoa butter, 14% total milk solids, and 3.5% milk fat.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>The First White Chocolate Starbucks Drink</div><div class='timeline-text'>Starbucks introduced the White Chocolate Mocha, mainstreaming white chocolate in specialty coffee drinks.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Popularity of White Chocolate Spreads</div><div class='timeline-text'>White chocolate starts trending as gourmet chocolatiers and confectioners globally begin incorporating it in luxury desserts and beverages.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake White Chocolate Treats</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend the day baking all sorts of white chocolate desserts. You can try out white chocolate chip cookies, macadamia nut brownies, or a decadent white chocolate mousse cake.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make White Chocolate Drinks</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Try making a white chocolate martini or a white hot chocolate. You could even make a white chocolate frappuccino. The possibilities are endless.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a Specialty Store</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit a specialty store that sells white chocolate products. There you will find an amazing variety of white chocolates and treats to choose from.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a White Chocolate Party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your family and friends over for a white chocolate themed party. You can make all sorts of treats with white chocolate and have an amazing time.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Give White Chocolate Gifts</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Give your loved ones special gifts like white chocolate bars, truffles, or even homemade white chocolate bark. They will surely appreciate the thoughtful gesture.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>White chocolate is creamy & sweet</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The creamy, sweetness of white chocolate is something to savor. Whether you choose to enjoy it in the form of a bar, truffles, or hot cocoa mix, white chocolate truly hits the spot!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>White chocolate goes with anything</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>White chocolate isn't just for dessert - you can use it as an ingredient in just about anything. Add some chopped pieces to oatmeal for a hint of sweetness, stir into coffee for a rich and creamy pick-me-up, or sprinkle on popcorn for a surprisingly delicious snack - the possibilities are endless!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>White chocolate is fun to make</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>If you're feeling adventurous, why not try making some of your own white chocolate? You don't have to be a professional chocolatier either - all you need is some simple ingredients like milk, butter and sugar. Plus, you can customize yours by adding nuts or dried fruits for even more flavor and texture!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>White Chocolate is not Technically Chocolate</h3><p class='facts-text'>While it includes components of a cacao bean – like cocoa butter, white chocolate does not contain cocoa solids, which are what give dark and milk chocolate their characteristic color and flavor.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>White Chocolate has Health Benefits</h3><p class='facts-text'>White chocolate, despite its sweet nature, contains components that have health benefits. These include antioxidants and stimulants like caffeine and theobromine.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Hershey was the first to Introduce White Chocolate to the United States</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 1948, Hershey became the first company to popularize and mass-produce white chocolate in the U.S with their Hershey's Cookies 'n' Creme bar.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>White Chocolate can Balance Other Flavors</h3><p class='facts-text'>Chefs often use white chocolate to balance out salty and sour flavors in their dishes due to its rich creaminess and sweet taste.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>White Chocolate has its own Speciality Grade</h3><p class='facts-text'>High-quality white chocolate known as 'couverture' contains about 30% cocoa butter and is used by professional pastry chefs for its superior flavour and silky smoothness.</p></div></div>
National White Chocolate Day is celebrated on September 22 every year. In 2024 National White Chocolate Day will occur on a Sunday.
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