Ingredient

Raw Cacao Butter

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Cacao butter is used as a fat and flavor ingredient in chocolate and confectionery. …

What it is

Cacao butter is the natural fat extracted from the cacao bean. It is obtained by pressing roasted cacao beans to separate the fat from the solids. This pale-yellow fat has a mild chocolate flavor and aroma.

Why it's used

Cacao butter is used as a fat and flavor ingredient in chocolate and confectionery. It contributes to the smooth texture and melt-in-your-mouth quality of chocolate products. It is also found in some baked goods and dairy alternatives.

Health notes

Cacao butter is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is primarily a fat, providing calories. Like other fats, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. JECFA has evaluated cacao products, but no specific ADI was set for cacao butter itself.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Raw Cacao Butter

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Ray's Riggs Raw Cha Cha, Peppermint Patty Chocolat Chocolate High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving 600kcal 2.5Protein 52.5Fat 37.5Carbs Ray's Riggs Salty Almond Butter Chocolate High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving 650kcal 7.5Protein 60Fat 27.5Carbs Ray's Riggs Raw Cha Cha, Brazil Nut Bliss Joy Chocolat Bar Chocolate High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving 650kcal 7.5Protein 60Fat 27.5Carbs Blue Mountain Organics LLC Raw Organic Cacao Butter Butter & Spread High in saturated fat — 85% DV per serving 893kcal 0Protein 100Fat 0Carbs Sidelines Gift Wraps, Inc. Peanut Butter Cup Treats, Salted Dark Chocolate Candy High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 597kcal 11.1Protein 47.2Fat 36.1Carbs Aqualink Nevada, LLC Chocolatl, Mood Boost Chocolate Chocolate 500kcal 7.1Protein 42.9Fat 42.9Carbs Cowrind Studios, Inc. Energy Boost Chocolate Chocolate High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 714kcal 7.1Protein 57.1Fat 42.9Carbs Cowrind Studios, Inc. Empower Raw Cacao Chocolate 643kcal 14.3Protein 42.9Fat 50Carbs Aqualink Nevada, LLC Coffee Beans Chocolate 500kcal 7.1Protein 32.1Fat 42.9Carbs Organic Nectars, Inc. Organic Nectars, Raw Dark Chocolate Bar Chocolate High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 525kcal 7.5Protein 35Fat 35Carbs Organic Nectars, Inc. Raw Cacao Bar Chocolate High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 525kcal 5Protein 42.5Fat 47.5Carbs RAU LLC Cacao Superfood Drink, Chocolate Other Drinks High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 25kcal 0.8Protein 2.0Fat 1.4Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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