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Raw Cacao Ingredients

The greatest consumption of cocoa in metric tons over the past 10 years has been in the United States, although the highest per capita consumer during this period was Switzerland. We all know how famous the Swiss are for their divine chocolates.

More and more people are consuming cacao and chocolate. Many people are surprised at the nutrients it contains such as vitamin C, fiber and iron. You may be even more surprised to find that raw Cacao contains more antioxidant flavonoids than red wine, green tea and blueberries. For example, fresh blueberries, depending on where they are grown will have an ORAC score of 16 to 62 μmole TE/g. The antioxidant value of Cocoa (dry powder, unsweetened and not alkalized) produced by standard processes in ORAC units is 556 μmoles TE/g. By comparison, raw cacao powder sold here has an ORAC score of 1377 μmole TE/g. This is nearly 2 ½ times the antioxidants of the same product produced at higher temperatures.

Wilderness Family Naturals offers raw cacao powder and raw cacao butter from Peru and raw cacao nibs from Ecuador. All are USDA Certified Organic!

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Cacao Powder, Raw, Certified Organic, 1 lb. Price: $12.95	Cacao Powder, Raw, Certified Organic, 5 lb. Price: $37.50	Cacao Powder, Raw, Certified Organic, sample, limit of 4 Price: $1.00	Cacao Butter, Organic, 1 lb. Price: $17.45


	Cacao Butter, Organic, 1 lb. Product Code: CACAOBU1 Price: $17.45 Quantity in My Basket: none Product Rating: Not yet rated In Stock
Wilderness Family Naturals' Natural, Raw, Certified Organic Cacao Butter is different from most standard Cacao Butter. It is the "by-product" of making the raw cacao powder. When the oil is pressed out of the nib, it is this "butter" that is removed separating it from the fibrous powder. This Raw Cacao Butter is unrefined and has never been exposed to chemicals. It is not roasted or exposed to high heat. It still retains the light taste of chocolate and is a cream color. Use it to make your own chocolates, or use it in baking. This raw cacao butter will come to you in chunks unless it is over 100 degrees. To use as a liquid simply place in a pan and melt over low heat. Read More..


	Cacao Nibs, Raw, Certified Organic, from Ecuador or Peru, 1 lb. Product Code: CACAONE1 Price: $14.95 Quantity in My Basket: none Product Rating: In Stock
Raw Cacao nibs are the "raw material" for making raw cacao powder and raw cacao butter. They are the raw, fermented cacao bean that has had the outer peeling removed. These cacao nibs have very low microbial counts, and are of premium quality. They can be used like a chocolate chip, though they are firmer and will not melt at the same temperatures. Some people place them in smoothies; some people decorate sandwiches, cakes, cookies and other treats with them. They can be used in granola bars, cereal or trail mixes. They can also be ground with a coffee grinder into a substance called Chocolate Liqueur. Chocolate liqueur is approximately half cocoa butter (fat/oil) and half cocoa powder. Chocolate liqueur is an important ingredient in chocolate manufacture but can also be used to make special drinks, spreads, and delicious treats. Read More..


	Cacao Nibs, Raw, Certified Organic, from Ecuador or Peru, 5 lbs. Product Code: CACAONE5 Price: $62.00 Quantity in My Basket: none Product Rating: In Stock
Five pounds of cacao nibs for the avid cook. For long term storage, store in the fridge. If you will use them within 3-6 months, they can be stored at room temperature. When you purchase in bulk like this, you save even more! Read More..


	Cacao Nibs, Raw, Certified Organic, from Ecuador or Peru, sample, limit of 4 Product Code: S-CACAONE Price: $1.00 Quantity in My Basket: none Product Rating: In Stock
Purchase samples of Raw cacao nibs to try with a few recipes or share with others who might be interested. This is just the right size for a smoothie or to try as a topping. Read More..


	Cacao Powder, Raw, Certified Organic 1 lb., Case of 12 Product Code: CACAOP1Case12 Price: $139.86 Quantity in My Basket: none Product Rating:
Save an additional 10% when you purchase raw cacao powder by the case. This option is perfect for the buying club or retail store. Each package is made of vapor barrier materials that do not let light in as well. This helps to maintain freshness and protect the powder from oxidation. Read More..


	Cacao Powder, Raw, Certified Organic, 1 lb. Product Code: CACAOP1 Price: $12.95 Quantity in My Basket: none Product Rating:
Raw cacao powder with an ORAC score of 1377 μmole TE/g! Use it just like you would cocoa powder, in drinks, baked goods, raw treats, chocolate syrup, fruit dips, raw chocolate candy, or any think you want to taste like chocolate! Read More..


	Cacao Powder, Raw, Certified Organic, 5 lb. Product Code: CACAOP5 Price: $37.50 Quantity in My Basket: none Product Rating:
If you do a lot of food preparation, then one pound of raw cacao powder may not be enough. Packaged in a vapor barrier bag that prevents sunlight penetration so the powder is protected from oxidation, this product will keep a well and if it will not be used within a year, if can always be stored in the refrigerator where it will keep for years. Read More..


	Cacao Powder, Raw, Certified Organic, 5 lb., Case of 6 Product Code: CACAOP5Case6 Price: $202.50 Quantity in My Basket: none Product Rating:
This case of 5 pound bags of raw cacao powder is for the buying club or restaurant that uses a lot of raw chocolate powder in their kitchen. Packaged to keep well and with the additional savings for buying in bulk, this is an incredible price for an incredible product! Read More..


	Cacao Powder, Raw, Certified Organic, 55 lbs. Product Code: CACAOP55 Price: $295.00 Quantity in My Basket: none Product Rating: In Stock
Mostly used by manufacturers, this size can be sent out by the pallet or the truck load. Wilderness Family Naturals contracts for multiply container loads (ocean going containers) of raw cacao each year. If you have a need for large volumes of raw cacao powder please call us for a quote based on the amounts you require. Read More..


	Cacao Powder, Raw, Certified Organic, sample, limit of 4 Product Code: S-CACAOP Price: $1.00 Quantity in My Basket: none Product Rating:
This is a trial size of Raw Cacao Powder. It will allow you to try a tablespoon or two in a smoothie, or experiment with a chocolate dip for your strawberries. See it, taste it, feel it to know what it is like before you make a larger purchase. Read More..