Tag Archive: cacao butter

cocoa powder

Most Common Cocoa Powder Substitutes

Cocoa powder is a stable in a baking household. Sometimes, even though you are not a baker, there’s still a high chance that you have a stash at home. But if you ever ran out of it, or you’re allergic, or you just don’t like it, you can easily swap it with simple ingredients you might already have at home. Here's how.

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raw chocolate

What Is Raw Chocolate And Why You Should Try It

Have you heard about dark chocolate being a better option than milk chocolates when it comes to health benefits? But did you know that raw chocolate is an even better choice? What is raw chocolate and why should you choose it over your favorite famous sugar-processed chocolate bar? Here’s why.

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how to store chocolate

How To Store Chocolate And Keep It Fresh

Holiday season means chocolate gift giving! And because a lot of people love giving chocolates as gifts, we tend to end up with a box full of it. With all the leftover food from all the celebrations, where are we going to keep our precious chocolate bars to make sure they remain fresh and yummy? Here are 5 tips on how to store chocolate.

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cacao nibs

All About Cacao Nibs – Nature’s Chocolate Chips

By now you’ve probably already heard about cacao nibs or there’s a big possibility you’ve seen them at your local stores. And now you’re wondering… Are they chocolate? Can I eat them raw? What are they for? Well, today, my friends, we will talk all about cacao nibs.

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cacao and cocoa

Cacao and Cocoa – What’s the Difference?

Are you confused about the difference between cacao and cocoa? Well, you are not alone. There is actually a lot of misunderstandings about these two, but they pretty much have a lot in common (Hint: Chocolate). Let’s get to know more about them, shall we?

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cacao butter

What Is Cacao Butter (Or Cocoa Butter)

You’ve probably heard about cacao butter and you’re wondering what it is and what is so special about it. In fact, a lot of people haven’t heard about it before. That is why today, we are all going to learn about it.

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Vegan Chocolate

Is Chocolate Vegan? A Quick Guide To Vegan Chocolate

My favorite thing about chocolate is that it’s always in season! Whether there is a special occasion or I’m just feeling blue, it can easily make the day better. And with all the types of chocolate in the market right now, is there really a vegan chocolate?

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World Chocolate Day

Happy World Chocolate Day! How It Started and How To Celebrate

Ahh my favorite day… Every year on July 7, to honor the art of chocolate making, the World Chocolate Day is celebrated. And what’s the best way to enjoy it? Indulging in our favorite treats without guilt, of course!

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Does Chocolate Go Bad

Does Chocolate Go Bad? Plus Tips on How to Store It

Sometimes I forget about a chocolate bar I had stashed away (hard to believe but it’s true!), and when I find it, it’s past the expiration date. Can I still eat it? Does chocolate go bad? Does it really expire?

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White Chocolate

Is White Chocolate A Real Chocolate?

Do you like white chocolate? This type of chocolate, whether it’s considered a real chocolate or not, always seem to split chocolate lovers between those who hate and love it. What do you think it really is?

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