CACAO POWDER 10/12

Description

Discover the deep, intense flavor of our Premium Cacao Powder 10/12, which is perfect for chocolate lovers and health enthusiasts alike. Made from high-quality cacao beans, this powder retains all the essential nutrients and antioxidants while delivering a rich, velvety taste. Ideal for baking, smoothies, and desserts, it is a versatile ingredient that elevates your culinary creations. Whether you’re making decadent brownies or healthy hot cocoa, our Cacao Powder is your go-to choice for a delightful indulgence that nourishes the body and satisfies the soul.

Natural cacao powder is pulverized untreated cacao solids. Once the nibs are ground and pressed, the remaining defatted solids are milled into a fine powder. It is lighter in color and is lower in pH (between 5 and 6). Due to the powder being left in its natural state, it has the stereotypical bitter taste that is associated with cacao. If this is used as an ingredient in baking, usually baking soda is required to balance the pH of the food.

On the other hand, there is alkalized cacao powder (sometimes known as Dutched or European-style cacao powder).

It was first made in the 19th century by a Dutch chocolate maker called Coenraad Johannes van Houten. It is treated with 2% potassium carbonate (a salt), which neutralizes the cacao’s acidity to a pH closer to 7 (the same pH as water, which is considered neutral). The more alkali and the more reaction time, the darker the powder, which has a softer taste.