What is chocolate compound? The cost-saving alternative taking over the chocolate industry
Many big chocolate brands are looking for ways to lower their ingredient costs as the price of cocoa beans remains higher than it has been in the recent past. One common solution is substituting real chocolate for chocolate compound, a product that looks and tastes...
The dark side of cheap chocolate: quality loss caused by high cocoa prices
How can chocolate still be so cheap when cocoa is so expensive? The answer is not good news for consumers. A couple years ago, cocoa bean prices started rising. Doubling, tripling and eventually spiking to 5x the usual price. This was due to several factors that...
Chocolatier pro vs CocoTerra: difference between home chocolate makers
People are increasingly searching for the right home chocolate making machine, reflecting the growing interest in homemade chocolate. Two names come up: the Chocolatier Pro and CocoTerra. But when comparing Chocolatier Pro vs CocoTerra, it’s important to understand...
Sensory analysis equipment: evaluating cocoa beans & chocolate
Behind every great chocolate bar is careful tasting and testing. Before cocoa beans are turned into smooth, delicious chocolate, they need to be checked for quality, flavor, and consistency. This is where cocoa sensory analysis comes in. Using the right tasting tools...
What are the best kits or tools to make chocolate at home?
At CocoTerra, many of us started the year with a new kind of resolution, beginning small projects at home, exploring creative ideas, or making food from scratch. From homemade granola and sourdough bread to healthy chocolate, there’s real joy in creating something...- 5 easy chocolate recipes to make with kids at home
This article is for all the moms and dads looking for fun, new activities to enjoy with their kids. We know that entertaining little ones isn’t always easy, especially on a… Read more: 5 easy chocolate recipes to make with kids at home - 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?