Two bags of raw cacao powder — $22.99 against $25.98 for two singles, about 12% less. Lightly roasted cacao beans, ground. Deep, earthy and completely unsweetened.
What it tastes like
Bitter, and more intense than supermarket cocoa, with a fruitiness underneath that cheaper cocoa does not have. It is not sweet at all — it is an ingredient rather than a drink, and it needs sweetening from somewhere.
How to use it
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Smoothies — a teaspoon is plenty
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Hot chocolate — make a paste with a little hot liquid first, or it clumps
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Baking — swaps for cocoa powder one for one, expect a stronger result
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Overnight oats and yogurt — stir in the night before
Make a paste first, always. Cacao powder floats and clumps in cold liquid.
Ingredients and label
Cacao. The full nutrition panel and ingredient statement are printed on the bag.
Certifications
Non-GMO · Kosher · Vegan · Dairy Free · Gluten Free
Common questions
Is it certified organic?
No. We are not USDA organic certified and we do not use the word. If you find an older listing that says otherwise, it is out of date.
Will two bags keep?
Yes. Stored sealed in a cool cupboard, cacao powder is stable for a long time. Keep it away from moisture and strong smells — it picks both up.
Should this be my first cacao powder?
If you have never used unsweetened cacao, buy one bag. It is considerably sharper than cocoa and not everyone gets on with it.
No one is perfect. Just have good balance.
