Real Dark Chocolate
What is Real Dark Chocolate?
Dark chocolate is a food product made from cocoa solids, cocoa butter, and sugar. It is produced by fermenting, drying, roasting, and grinding cocoa beans into a paste, which is then mixed with cocoa butter and sugar, and conched (a mixing process) to achieve a smooth texture.
Is Real Dark Chocolate vegan?
Real Dark Chocolate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Real Dark Chocolate a major allergen?
While cocoa itself is not a major allergen, many dark chocolate products contain soy lecithin (a soy derivative) and may contain milk or milk fat.
What is Real Dark Chocolate used for?
Manufacturers add dark chocolate to foods primarily for its distinct flavor, rich color, and smooth texture.
Is Real Dark Chocolate safe?
Dark chocolate is generally recognized as safe for consumption.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add dark chocolate to foods primarily for its distinct flavor, rich color, and smooth texture. It is commonly found in snack bars, desserts, confectionery, and as a coating for various snacks like popcorn, nuts, and pretzels.
Health notes
Dark chocolate is generally recognized as safe for consumption. Cocoa solids, a main component, contain compounds like flavanols, which are being studied for potential health benefits. However, dark chocolate also contains sugar and fat, and should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA typically evaluate individual food additives, not complex food products like dark chocolate.
Allergen info
While cocoa itself is not a major allergen, many dark chocolate products contain soy lecithin (a soy derivative) and may contain milk or milk fat. Products are often processed on equipment that also handles tree nuts, peanuts, and other major allergens, leading to potential cross-contamination.
Foods that contain Real Dark Chocolate
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