Ingredient

Cocoa Butter Oil

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Cocoa butter oil is primarily used as a fat source in chocolate and confectionery …

What it is

Cocoa butter oil is the fat extracted from cocoa beans. It is a natural component of chocolate and gives chocolate its smooth texture and melt-in-your-mouth quality. The oil is separated from the cocoa solids during the chocolate-making process.

Why it's used

Cocoa butter oil is primarily used as a fat source in chocolate and confectionery products. It contributes to the texture, mouthfeel, and gloss of items like ice cream, baked goods, and chocolate coatings. It is also used in some lotions and cosmetics.

Health notes

Cocoa butter oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of saturated and monounsaturated fats. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated cocoa butter and related substances. Evidence on the health effects of cocoa butter consumption at typical dietary levels is mixed, with some studies suggesting potential benefits from antioxidants found in cocoa, while others highlight the saturated fat content.

Allergen info

Cocoa butter oil is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Cocoa Butter Oil

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Hershey Creamery Company Premium Ice Cream, Dark Chocolate Raspberry Truffle Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 240kcal 4.2Protein 11.3Fat 32.4Carbs Kyo Footwear L.P. Gelato Pop Tahitian Vanilla Bean Dipped In Rich Chocolate, Vanilla Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 307kcal 4Protein 20Fat 28Carbs United Dairy Farmers Inc Ice Cream, Caramel Cone Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 217kcal 3.6Protein 10.8Fat 26.5Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. Roundy's, Spiced Pumpkin Pie Almonds Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 550kcal 10Protein 37.5Fat 50Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. Roundy's, Flavored Almonds, Spiced Pumpkin Pie, Spiced Pumpkin Pie Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 550kcal 10Protein 37.5Fat 50Carbs Asael Farr & Sons Company Farr Better, Frozen Custard, Black Raspberry, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving 243kcal 4.7Protein 13.1Fat 27.1Carbs Asael Farr & Sons Company Farr Better, Frozen Custard, Black Cherry Chip, Black Cherry Chip Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving 238kcal 4.8Protein 14.3Fat 24.8Carbs Asael Farr & Sons Company Farr Better, Frozen Custard, Cherry Fudge Chunk, Cherry Fudge Chunk Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving 236kcal 5.7Protein 13.2Fat 25.5Carbs Asael Farr & Sons Company Farr Better, Frozen Custard, Chocolate Almond Chunk, Chocolate Almond Chunk Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving 260kcal 6.7Protein 16.4Fat 24.0Carbs Asael Farr & Sons Company Farr Better, Frozen Custard, Coconut Almond Fudge, Coconut Almond Fudge Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving 260kcal 5.8Protein 16.4Fat 23.1Carbs Asael Farr & Sons Company Farr Better, Frozen Custard, Pistachio Almond Fudge, Pistachio Almond Fudge Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving 260kcal 5.8Protein 16.4Fat 23.1Carbs Harry and David Harry & David, Moose Munch, Gourmet Popcorn, Dark Chocolate, Dark Chocolate Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 475kcal 5Protein 17.5Fat 72.5Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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