How much caffeine is in chocolate?
For many of us, a mild headache sometimes fades with just a small dose of caffeine. Most people know that there is caffeine in chocolate, but did you know that caffeine isn’t the primary stimulant in chocolate? Cocoa beans naturally contain both caffeine and...
Is the natural fat in chocolate bad for you?
When people think about chocolate, they often worry about the fat. But did you know that the natural fat found in chocolate—called cocoa butter—is very different from the processed fats found in many other snacks? In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the fat...
Can you eat raw cocoa beans?
One of the most common questions we get is: “Can you eat raw cocoa beans?” The answer is a definite yes! Raw cocoa beans are chocolate in its purest form—straight from the pod, untouched by roasting or processing. But what do they actually taste like? Are they safe to...
Why does chocolate melt in your mouth?
One of the best parts of eating chocolate is how it melts so smoothly as soon as it touches your tongue. That melt-in-your-mouth feeling isn’t just tasty—it’s all thanks to science. The fat in chocolate, called cocoa butter, and the way chocolate is carefully made...
What makes chocolate taste so good?
That’s the million-dollar question. Did you know chocolate contains over 600 flavor compounds—more than red wine or coffee? Through careful stages of flavor development such as fermentation, drying, roasting, and conching, cocoa beans accumulate a wide variety of...- How to prevent condensation on dipped strawberries
When making chocolate-dipped strawberries ahead of time, you might notice a common problem… condensation. That thin layer of moisture can dull the shine, soften the chocolate, and even change the flavor. … Read more: How to prevent condensation on dipped strawberries - What is a chocolate coulant?
Few desserts are as famous, as popular or as confusing in name as the “chocolate coulant.” You might also know it as a chocolate lava cake, or a molten chocolate cake,… Read more: What is a chocolate coulant? - Can I make chocolate without cocoa butter?
Cocoa butter is what makes chocolate smooth and creamy, giving it that perfect melt-in-your-mouth feel. But what if you don’t have cocoa butter—or want to try something different? In this article,… Read more: Can I make chocolate without cocoa butter?