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Cocoa Paste
Like the cocoa beans (nibs) from which it is produced, it contains both cocoa solids and cocoa butter in roughly equal proportion.
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Cocoa paste Properties:
| Food Property | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Flavor Profile | Bitter | Cocoa paste has a bitter taste due to the presence of cocoa solids. |
| Umami | Cocoa paste may have a subtle umami undertone. | |
| Texture | Creaminess | Cocoa paste has a creamy texture, especially when melted. |
| Nutritional Value | Micronutrients | Cocoa paste is rich in micronutrients such as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. |
| Fiber | Cocoa paste contains dietary fiber which is beneficial for digestion. | |
| Color | Natural Pigments | Cocoa paste has a deep brown color due to the natural pigments in cocoa beans. |
| Aroma | Volatile Compounds | Cocoa paste has a rich aroma, with hints of chocolate and earthy notes. |
| Chemical Composition | Acidity/Alkalinity (pH) | Cocoa paste is slightly acidic in nature. |
| Cooking Behavior | Heat Conductivity | Cocoa paste melts easily when exposed to heat. |
| Water Retention | Cocoa paste has low water retention properties. | |
| Oil Absorption | Cocoa paste absorbs oil during cooking processes. |
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