Dark Cocoa Powder | Natural Cocoa Powder for Baking
100gm
Rs. 180.00
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Dark Cocoa Powder | Natural Cocoa Powder for Baking
Rs. 180.00
Leela Dark Cocoa Powder – Natural Cocoa Powder is a finely powdered cocoa ingredient made from processed cocoa beans. It offers a rich chocolate aroma, characteristic cocoa flavour and deep brown colour, making it a popular ingredient for baking, desserts, beverages and confectionery.
Natural cocoa powder is generally non-alkalised, retaining its naturally acidic character. It is widely used in cakes, brownies, cookies, chocolates, hot cocoa drinks, milkshakes, ice creams and chocolate-flavoured food preparations.
Leela Cocoa Powder is suitable for bakeries, cafés, restaurants, confectionery makers, home bakers and food manufacturers.
Uses of Dark Cocoa Powder
1. Cakes & Bakery Products Use in chocolate cakes, sponge cakes, muffins, cupcakes, brownies, cookies, biscuits and bakery premixes.
2. Hot Chocolate & Beverages Prepare hot cocoa, chocolate milk, milkshakes, smoothies, frappes and instant chocolate drink mixes.
3. Desserts & Ice Cream Suitable for puddings, custards, mousse, chocolate sauce, ice creams, waffles and dessert toppings.
4. Chocolates & Confectionery Use in chocolate truffles, fillings, fudge, chocolate coatings, pralines and confectionery preparations.
5. Breakfast & Homemade Recipes Add to pancakes, waffles, porridge, oatmeal, cereal mixes and homemade chocolate spreads.
6. Food Premixes & Commercial Formulations Incorporate into chocolate drink premixes, dessert mixes, bakery blends, energy bites and customised food products.
Benefits of Natural Cocoa Powder
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Rich Chocolate Flavour: Adds an authentic cocoa taste and aroma to food and beverages.
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Deep Brown Colour: Provides an attractive brown colour to chocolate bakery and dessert preparations.
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Naturally Occurring Antioxidant Compounds: Cocoa contains naturally occurring flavanols and other polyphenols.
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Source of Minerals: Cocoa naturally contains minerals such as magnesium, iron and potassium. Actual quantities depend on the product.
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Versatile Food Ingredient: Suitable for bakery products, beverages, chocolates, desserts and confectionery.
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Convenient Powder Format: Easy to measure, blend and incorporate into different recipes.
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Useful for Food Manufacturers: Suitable for developing customised chocolate-flavoured products, premixes and commercial food formulations.
How to Use Dark Cocoa Powder
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Application |
Suggested preparation |
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Chocolate Cake |
Sieve with flour and other dry ingredients. |
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Brownies |
Mix into the dry ingredients before preparing the batter. |
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Hot Chocolate |
Whisk with a little warm milk to make a smooth paste, then add remaining milk. |
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Milkshakes |
Blend with milk, sugar or other suitable ingredients. |
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Cookies & Biscuits |
Incorporate into the dough. |
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Ice Cream |
Mix into the ice-cream base. |
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Chocolate Sauce |
Combine with sugar and liquid ingredients according to the recipe. |
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Desserts |
Add to mousse, pudding, custard and dessert preparations. |
Baking tip: Natural cocoa powder is acidic. It is commonly used in recipes containing baking soda, but the correct raising agent depends on the complete recipe.
Product Specifications
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Particulars |
Details |
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Brand |
Import |
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Product Name |
Dark Cocoa Powder |
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Common Name |
Natural Cocoa Powder |
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Product Type |
Cocoa Powder |
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Raw Material |
Cocoa Beans |
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Botanical Name |
Theobroma cacao |
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Appearance |
Fine powder |
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Colour |
Brown to dark brown; varies by cocoa type |
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Aroma |
Characteristic rich cocoa aroma |
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Taste |
Rich, characteristic cocoa flavour; naturally bitter |
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Processing Type |
Natural |
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Grade |
Food Grade – subject to confirmation |
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Applications |
Bakery, beverages, desserts, chocolates and confectionery |
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Packaging |
Retail and bulk packaging options, as available |
Storage Instructions
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Store in a cool and dry place.
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Protect from moisture, heat and direct sunlight.
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Keep the pouch tightly sealed after opening.
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Use a clean, dry spoon.
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Keep away from strong-smelling products to preserve cocoa aroma.
Precautions
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Use only food-grade cocoa powder for food applications.
Verify whether the powder is natural or alkalised before making product claims.