Organic Bittersweet Chocolate
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What it is
Organic bittersweet chocolate is a type of dark chocolate made with organic ingredients. It is produced from cacao beans, which are fermented, dried, roasted, and ground into a paste called chocolate liquor. This liquor is then mixed with sugar and often vanilla and cocoa butter, with a higher percentage of cocoa solids than milk chocolate.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use organic bittersweet chocolate primarily for its rich, intense chocolate flavor and color. It is a key ingredient in a wide range of products, including chocolate bars, cookies, cakes, brownies, ice cream, and other confectionery items.
Health notes
Organic bittersweet chocolate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. The FDA has not set specific regulations for its use beyond general food safety standards. While dark chocolate contains flavonoids, which are antioxidants, research on the health benefits of chocolate is ongoing and sometimes shows mixed results. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated cocoa and chocolate products, but have not set specific health-related limits for typical consumption.
Allergen info
Organic bittersweet chocolate is not derived from one of the nine major allergens. However, it may be manufactured in facilities that also process milk, soy, or tree nuts, leading to potential cross-contamination. It does not contain gluten.
Products containing Organic Bittersweet Chocolate
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Mondelez Int. US (0074819091009)
Cadbury Green & Black's Chocolate Bar 70% Dark 10X3.500 Oz
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
600kcal
10Protein
42.5Fat
47.5Carbs
Mondelez Int. US (0074819091009)
Cadbury Green & Black's Chocolate Bar Maya Gold Dark 10X3.5 Oz
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
575kcal
7.5Protein
37.5Fat
52.5Carbs
Mondelez Int. US (0074819091009)
Cadbury Green & Black's Chocolate Bar Ginger Dark 10X3.500 Oz
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
525kcal
5Protein
30Fat
57.5Carbs
Mondelez Int. US (0074819091009)
Green & Black's Chocolate Bar 1X3.500 Oz
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
575kcal
7.5Protein
37.5Fat
52.5Carbs
Mondelez Int. US (0074819091009)
Cadbury Green & Black's Chocolate Bar Mint Infused Dark 10X3.5 Oz
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
575kcal
7.5Protein
37.5Fat
52.5Carbs
Mondelez Int. US (0074819091009)
Cadbury Green & Black's Chocolate Bar Hazelnut & Currant 10X3.5 Oz
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
525kcal
7.5Protein
35Fat
42.5Carbs
Mondelez Int. US (0074819091009)
Cadbury Green & Black's Chocolate Bar 70% Dark 1X1.2 Oz
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
600kcal
8.6Protein
42.9Fat
45.7Carbs
Double Rainbow Gourmet Ice Creams, Inc.
Double Rainbow, Organic Ice Cream, Candy Bar, Candy Bar
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
240kcal
3Protein
14Fat
25Carbs
Cloud Cap Innovations LLC
Sweetriot, Dark Chocolate With Crunchy Quirky Quinoa
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
615kcal
9.1Protein
45.5Fat
42.4Carbs
Cloud Cap Innovations LLC
Sweetriot, Cheekly Chia Seeds Dark Chocolate
High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving
605kcal
9.3Protein
46.5Fat
34.9Carbs
Sambazon, Inc.
Sambazon, Creamy Sorbet, Acai Chocolate + Chocolate Chip, Acai Chocolate + Chocolate Chip
215kcal
1.9Protein
4.2Fat
41.1Carbs
JJ's Sweets
Vanilla Coconut Milk Caramels Bites, Vanilla
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
450kcal
5Protein
25Fat
55Carbs