Tofu Cocoa Butter

Cocoa butter is a natural, edible fat extracted from cocoa beans. It is made by pressing roasted cocoa beans to separate the fat from the cocoa solids, resulting in a pale-yellow fat with a mild chocolate aroma.

Manufacturers add cocoa butter to foods primarily for its unique texture, smooth mouthfeel, and ability to melt at body temperature. It is a key ingredient in chocolate, confectionery, and is often used in dairy-free frozen desserts to provide creaminess and structure.

Cocoa butter is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in food. It is a dietary fat, and like all fats, should be consumed as part of a balanced diet. Both JECFA and EFSA have evaluated cocoa butter and consider it safe for consumption.