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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How to liquefy cocoa butter
Cocoa butter is a key ingredient in the making of chocolate since it is responsible for its texture, palatability, and shine, as well as its characteristic snap. In this article, you'll learn all about cocoa butter and how to liquefy it at home. Cocoa butter is a...
Five Christmas desserts with chocolate
Winter is nearly here, so we're all feeling extra excited to spend time around our families and friends and enjoy the holidays. Of course, the best part of any celebration is the food. And if you love chocolate as much as we do (especially in desserts), this holiday...
Different chocolate textures
When it comes to chocolate, believe it or not, texture is a spectrum! It can be really smooth or it might provide a grainy sensation in your mouth. In this article, we will talk about the TEXTURE of chocolate and briefly explain the importance of identifying and...
Difference between chocolatier and chocolate maker
One question we often get is about the difference between a chocolate maker and a chocolatier. Often, people use the terms interchangeably. Both work with chocolate, however, there are major differences between the two. Don't worry! We are here to clarify any...
Where did the first cacao trees come from?
The cacao plant, known by its scientific name Theobroma Cacao, is famous for providing the key ingredient in chocolate. But there is so much more to know about the history of the cacao tree! Read on to find out about its fascinating origin story and steady spread...
Chocolate production per country – Cocoa production statistics
Did you know that global cacao farmers produce around five million tons of cacao beans per year? And the main cacao-producing countries are the Ivory Coast and Ghana, which account for more than half of the world's cacao production. Or that more than a third of cacao...