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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Chocolate Molding 101: how to prepare chocolate for molds?
Why is it so hard to work with chocolate? Chocolate can be one of the most difficult ingredients to work with in the kitchen. Without a doubt, it is an ingredient that can make desserts spectacular, can impart both bitterness and sweetness, and can take a variety of...
What is cocoa butter silk?
You may have heard about cocoa butter silk. Maybe not. We got curious about it, so we decided to investigate this substance to find out what it is, what it does, and how it can benefit chocolate makers. According to the experts, cocoa butter silk is a much simpler...
Infographic: How to make chocolate from cacao tree to chocolate bar
If you are reading this, we can take for granted that you are a chocolate lover. From creamy milk chocolate to rich dark chocolate, there are different types of sweet indulgence for every taste preference. But have you ever stopped to wonder how chocolate is actually...
Who invented milk chocolate? History and origins
Milk chocolate is a favorite treat for many. It's so delicious that it is the most consumed type of chocolate in the world today. But did you know that it hasn't always existed as we know it? Let's go back in time for a bit. The Mayans and Aztecs first consumed...
What is chocolate fondue? history of chocolate fondue
The word “fondue” comes from the past participle of the French verb “fondre”, which means “to melt”. Fondue originated in Switzerland, specifically in the western part of the country where French is spoken. Looking for a fun chocolate dessert for your next party? Make...
Etymology of Chocolate: Chocolate word origins
Where does the word “chocolate” come from? Curious to learn which cultures were involved in the world’s evolution? Keep reading and discover the root of the word CHOCOLATE and how it has evolved over time. Etymology of CHOCOLATE. Where does the word come from? The...