Cocoa Butter1
What is Cocoa Butter1?
Cocoa butter is the natural fat extracted from cocoa beans. It is a solid at room temperature but melts easily. The fat is separated from the cocoa solids during the chocolate-making process.
Is Cocoa Butter1 vegan?
Cocoa Butter1 is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Cocoa Butter1 gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Cocoa Butter1 a major allergen?
Cocoa butter is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Cocoa Butter1 used for?
Cocoa butter is used as a fat in chocolate to give it a smooth texture and a pleasant mouthfeel.
Is Cocoa Butter1 safe?
Cocoa butter is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Cocoa butter is used as a fat in chocolate to give it a smooth texture and a pleasant mouthfeel. It helps chocolate melt evenly and gives it a glossy finish. It is also used in some baked goods and confectionery.
Health notes
Cocoa butter is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is primarily composed of saturated and monounsaturated fats, including stearic acid and oleic acid. The WHO/IARC has not classified cocoa butter. While some studies suggest potential benefits from cocoa bean antioxidants, these are often found in the cocoa solids, not solely the butter. Evidence regarding health effects at typical intake levels is mixed, with ongoing research into the impact of its fat profile.
Allergen info
Cocoa butter is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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