White chocolate is a confection made from cocoa butter, sugar, and milk solids, without the cocoa solids found in dark or milk chocolate. It has a sweet, creamy, mildly vanilla-like flavor and a smooth texture that melts easily. Around the world, it is used in desserts such as cakes, mousses, cookies, and ganache, and as a coating or garnish. It became widely popular as a commercial confection in the 20th century, including through Swiss chocolate makers.