Recipes, articles, tips and tricks for chocolate making at home
Chocolate is a delicious and indulgent treat that appeals to young and old. It’s been around for centuries, slowly transforming over the years as it transitioned from culture to culture. In this CocoTerra blog, we’re going to take a look at everything chocolate: how it’s made, where it comes from, chocolate science, how to properly store your chocolate (so you don’t throw out those old Easter eggs unnecessarily) to curiosities like “Is there such thing as vegan chocolate?”, and let’s not forget to mention that there will be lots of chocolate recipes! We’ve got you covered (in chocolate) from top to bottom!
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Cocoa fermentation process – How does cocoa fermentation work?
Yes! Chocolate is a fermented food! The fermentation process is a crucial step in transforming raw cacao into the delightful chocolate we love. It plays a vital role in developing chocolate flavor and complexity, but what exactly occurs during this process? Keep...
Guide on how to grow chocolate at home
Growing chocolate at home might sound like a wild idea, right? Chocolate originates from cacao trees, which demand a tropical climate, specific growing conditions, and several years to reach maturity in order to flower and fruit to produce cacao pods. However, our...
Is white stuff on my chocolate mold?
We've all experienced this frustrating moment: You open up a box of chocolate or unwrap a bar and discover a strange white layer on it. What is this mysterious substance? Mold? Can you still eat it or do you need to throw it out?? Let's unravel the secrets...
The CocoTerra PODcast: Nib On This – Episode 9
In this episode of Nib On This we chat with Jonas Ketterle, He's the mastermind behind Ora Cacao. Jonas not only crafts unsweetened ceremonial-grade cacao for sacred rituals worldwide but also hosts monthly cacao ceremonies within his men’s circle. In these unique...
What is craft chocolate? How it’s made and benefits
When you think about "craft chocolate," do you think of a high-quality chocolate bar wrapped in super fancy packaging? Or maybe pricier chocolate that melts in your mouth, with a rich and smooth texture, full of delicate and amazing flavors usually found in exclusive...
Homemade chocolate chips recipe (dark and milk)
Making homemade chocolate chips will unlock a new level in your baking. In this blog, we'll walk you through simple steps for making dark, milk and white chocolate chips in your kitchen. You'll also have the freedom to personalize your chocolate chips with a homemade...