Ingredient

Defatted Cocoa Powder

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use defatted cocoa powder to provide a chocolate flavor and dark color in …

What it is

Defatted cocoa powder is made from cocoa beans after most of the cocoa butter (fat) has been removed. The remaining solids are dried and ground into a fine powder. It has a rich, chocolatey flavor and aroma.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use defatted cocoa powder to provide a chocolate flavor and dark color in a variety of baked goods and confectionery. It's a key ingredient in cookies, cakes, brownies, and chocolate bars. It can also be used in beverages like hot chocolate.

Health notes

Defatted cocoa powder is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It contains flavanols, which are antioxidants. Some research suggests flavanols may have benefits for heart health, but more studies are needed. JECFA has evaluated cocoa and cocoa products, but did not set a numeric acceptable daily intake (ADI).

Allergen info

Defatted cocoa powder is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Defatted Cocoa Powder

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WORLD MARKET Rolled Wafers Cookies & Biscuits 500kcal 6.2Protein 18.8Fat 75Carbs DELI TRUFF BELGIUM Arabica Truffes Cappuccino Fantaisie Chocolate High in saturated fat — 80% DV per serving 625kcal 2.5Protein 45Fat 50Carbs Spaans Cookie Company Inc. Spaans, Meringue Cookies, Chocolate, Strawberry, Chocolate, Strawberry Cookies & Biscuits 352kcal 3.5Protein 0Fat 88.0Carbs Spaans Cookie Company Inc. Meringue Cookies, Cocoa Cookies & Biscuits 286kcal 3.6Protein 0Fat 67.9Carbs Spaans Cookie Company Inc. Spaans, Spiced Cocoa And Marshmallow Meringue Cookies Cookies & Biscuits 286kcal 3.6Protein 0Fat 67.9Carbs Il et Elle Flottantes, LLC Just Enough, Tiramisu Dessert Cups Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 75% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 48% DV per serving 378kcal 5.6Protein 28.9Fat 25.6Carbs Biscuiterie Poppies N.V. Belgian Choc Macaroons, Belgian Choc Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 405kcal 2.7Protein 21.6Fat 51.4Carbs Wenner Bread Products Inc Original Doughnuts Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 491kcal 5.7Protein 34.0Fat 37.7Carbs Wenner Bread Products Inc Doughnuts Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 473kcal 5.5Protein 34.5Fat 38.2Carbs Sweet Shop Candies, Inc. Truffles, Assorted Cake Chocolate High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 476kcal 4.8Protein 28.6Fat 52.4Carbs Marquez Brothers International, Inc. Assorted Cookies, Assorted Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 55kcal 9.1Protein 40.9Fat 63.6Carbs PANOS Brands LLC Chocolate Syrup Syrups & Molasses 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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