How many seeds are inside a cacao pod?

How many seeds are inside a cacao pod?

Cacao pods are not just colorful, exotic fruits—they hold the very essence of chocolate itself. But here’s something that might surprise you: A single cacao pod can contain anywhere from 30 to 60 seeds. That’s a lot of potential for new cacao trees!  What’s even...
Types of cocoa butter

Types of cocoa butter

Did you know that cocoa butter, also known as theobroma oil, is a pale-yellow, edible fat extracted from the cocoa bean (Theobroma cacao). It’s widely used in producing chocolate, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. An interesting fact about cocoa butter is that it...
The cocoa tree: About the theobroma cacao plant

The cocoa tree: About the theobroma cacao plant

Cacao has been cherished for centuries, not just as a key ingredient in chocolate but as a plant with deep cultural and historical significance. The very name “Theobroma,” meaning “food of the gods,” reflects the reverence ancient civilizations had for this remarkable...
In what form was chocolate first consumed?

In what form was chocolate first consumed?

Did you know that chocolate was first enjoyed as a bitter, frothy drink? Over 3,000 years, Mesoamerican civilizations like the Olmecs, Mayans, and Aztecs ground cacao beans and mixed them with water, spices, and sometimes maize. This was a sacred beverage for them and...