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 make a Dubai chocolate bar at home
We just had to try the viral Tik Tok Dubai chocolate bar—it’s been flooding our "For You" page for weeks, and it’s all over the internet! And trust us, the hype is real. This chocolate bar tastes like heaven—creamy chocolate filled with crispy phyllo, pistachio...
Products made with cacao pulp
Discover the hidden gem of chocolate making: cacao pulp! Often overlooked, this vibrant, flavorful fruit surrounding cacao beans is now making waves in the culinary world. While typically mentioned as a critical component of cacao fermentation, cacao pulp has so much...
How to make a homemade white chocolate skull for halloween
Making a life-size chocolate skull for Halloween with blood-red raspberry coulis is a fun and spooky DIY project. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do it yourself: Materials Skull mold (a silicone one works best—here's the one we used) Paintbrush (food-safe)...
How to host a chocolate tasting party
We’ve got the perfect idea for your next hosting event—why not throw a chocolate tasting party? It’s a fun and unique way to bring friends together for an unforgettable evening filled with delicious chocolate. Whether you want to try something new or simply taste some...
How to prevent fat bloom in chocolate making
Fat bloom is a common problem in chocolate making that causes a dull, grayish-white coating to form on the chocolate, giving it an unappealing look. Although it doesn’t affect the flavor, it will affect the texture while ruining the visual appeal of even the best...
What is cacao pulp?
Cacao pulp is a lesser-known but no less interesting part of the cacao fruit, the same fruit used to make chocolate. While many people know about cacao beans, the seeds from the cacao fruit that are used to make chocolate, fewer people know about the equally delicious...