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| Packaging Material: | Plastic |
| Storage Method: | Normal |
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What is Cocoa Powder?
Cocoa powder is a powdered food ingredient made from cocoa beans through processes like roasting, husking, and grinding. It's typically all-natural, without added sugars or other additives. Depending on the processing methods, cocoa powder can be categorized into different types: natural cocoa powder (non-alkalized cocoa powder) and alkalized cocoa powder (alkalized cocoa powder).
Different types of cocoa powder can vary in taste, color, and application. Natural cocoa powder, which isn't alkalized, retains more of its natural flavors and acidity, with a darker reddish-brown color. Alkalized cocoa powder is milder in flavor, smoother in taste, and tends to have a deeper brown color.
Baking and Cooking: It's used in baking cakes, cookies, brownies, and other desserts, providing a rich chocolate flavor.
Beverages: Cocoa powder is used in making hot chocolate, chocolate milk, smoothies, and various chocolate-flavored beverages.
Confectionery: Chocolates, truffles, and candies often use cocoa powder as a primary ingredient for their chocolatey taste.
Desserts: It's utilized in making mousses, puddings, ice creams, and other sweet treats.
Savory Dishes: In some culinary recipes, cocoa powder is incorporated into savory dishes, especially in certain meat marinades or sauces to add depth and richness.
Health Foods: Found in health bars, protein shakes, and supplements due to its antioxidant properties.
Nutrition Facts of Cocoa Powder
| Item | Per 100g |
| Energy | 227KJ |
| Protein | 20g |
| Fat | 14g |
| Dietary Fiber | 33g |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58g |
| Sodium | 21mg |
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