Chocolate Selected For Flavor Pairing Ideas - Mike's Food Blog Tools

Chocolate

Chocolate is usually sweet and brown in color. It is made from cacao seeds and can be made in a liquid, pasty, ane especially block form. Other flavors can be added to give chocolate distinct tastes.

Chocolate Pairs With:

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Chocolate Properties:

Food Property	Type	Description
Flavor Profile	Sweet	Chocolate has a rich, sweet flavor due to the presence of sugar and cocoa.
	Bitter	Chocolate can have a bitter undertone due to the cocoa content, especially in dark chocolate varieties.
Texture	Creaminess	Chocolate is known for its creamy texture when melted or in candy bar form.
Nutritional Value	Macronutrients	Chocolate is rich in fats, carbohydrates, and a moderate amount of protein.
	Micronutrients	Chocolate contains micronutrients such as iron, magnesium, and zinc in small amounts.
	Fiber	Chocolate may contain some dietary fiber, especially in dark chocolate varieties.
Color	Natural Pigments	Chocolate has a rich brown color from the natural pigments in cocoa beans.
Aroma	Volatile Compounds	Chocolate has a complex aroma profile with volatile compounds contributing to its distinctive smell.
Chemical Composition	Acidity/Alkalinity (pH)	Chocolate typically has a slightly acidic pH level.
Cooking Behavior	Heat Conductivity	Chocolate has good heat conductivity, making it melt easily when exposed to heat.
	Water Retention	Chocolate tends to hold its shape well when melted and then cooled.
	Oil Absorption	Chocolate can absorb some oil when melted, affecting its texture and mouthfeel.