Beverage served alongside the treats in this puzzle

MILK

["Here’s a helpful hint:\n\n*\"This white drink is often paired with a sweet baked good.\"*\n\nThis nudges the solver toward the answer by referencing the common pairing without directly stating \"cookies\" or repeating the original clue. It keeps the focus on the beverage while making the connection easier to infer."]

The clue **"Beverage served alongside the treats in this puzzle"** leads to the answer **"MILK"** through a straightforward cultural reference. - **"Treats in this puzzle"** likely refers to cookies, as crossword puzzles often include "cookie" as an answer or theme element. - **Milk** is the classic beverage paired with cookies, making it a well-known and common association. - The clue relies on the solver recognizing this familiar duo (milk and cookies) rather than complex wordplay. Thus, the answer is **MILK** because it is the beverage traditionally served with cookies, which are implied as the "treats" in the puzzle.