View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ben's Blend PH®️ (@bensblendph) Dark chocolate is a delicious treat that is enjoyed by many. However, some people may avoid it because of the sugar content. Monk fruit sugar free dark chocolate is a great alternative for those looking for a sugar-free chocolate option. Monk fruit […]
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If you think that chocolate is all the same, with pretty much the same ingredients, then think again. Dark chocolate has more antioxidants and less sugar than milk chocolate. Antioxidants are great for your health. Dark chocolate can also help lose weight. Dark chocolate is one of the greatest pleasures in life. It makes people
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View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ben’s Blend PH®️ (@bensblendph) Introduction Bean-to-bar chocolate is made directly from cacao beans with whatever sweetener you like. The bean-to-bar chocolate makers make all the steps from start to finish. And they don’t use artificial flavors or preservatives in their products. This type of chocolate is
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Brewing cacao tea is simple: just add hot water to cacao tea and stir. Some people like to sweeten their cacao tea with honey or maple syrup, but it’s not necessary. Cacao tea is a great way to get a dose of antioxidants and magnesium. More of cacao benefits here -Place the tea bag in
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Making your first batch of chocolate at home or for a home-based chocolate business? The roasting process is what comes next after you have a fermented cocoa bean ready. Roasting intensifies the flavor of cacao significantly more than raw or nib form. Roasting your own beans in small batches on a oven or stove top
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Chocolate is a wonderful food that’s ideal for people looking to improve their nutrition. And a smooth melts in your mouth is what we all want. Refining chocolate is done with the help of a machine that has been specially designed for this purpose. For small chocolate shops like ours, we use melangeur. The melangeur
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Let’s go directly to some chocolate benefits: 1. Chocolate is not just an indulgence, it’s an aphrodisiac. Chocolate contains phenylethylamine (PEA), a neurotransmitter that increases the production of dopamine in the brain, which in turn makes people feel happy. High doses of chocolate have been found to elevate mood and boost levels of serotonin. 2.
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The world’s favorite chocolate is made from the cacao tree also known as Theobroma cacao. It’s the seed of its fruit that produces your favorite chocolate. The Theobroma cacao tree is a remarkable species that originated from South America and has been used for food and medicine for centuries. In addition to being an important
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(Cacao Tea) A delicious, caffeine-free way to start your day. This soothing, hot tea is made from roasted cacao husk. Ranging from a smooth, unsweetened cup to strong and rich-tasting chocolate. It has a delicious chocolate flavor and has been enjoyed for centuries for this reason! You can enjoy Cacao Tea in many different ways.
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We use our dark bean-to-bar chocolate as a healthier option for those who want chocolate without any chemicals, or at least a bit more natural. We use only high-quality cocoa beans from our country Philippines, which we purchase directly from farmers. Our chocolate is made with only two ingredients: cocoa beans and cane sugar. We
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