It is widely believed that when foods undergo processing, their health benefits are reduced. But that is not true for cocoa, according to a Penn State-led team of researchers, who conducted a new ...

Confection makers who want to develop products containing 100% chocolate and no sugar for health-conscious consumers can reduce bitterness and optimize flavor acceptance by roasting cocoa beans longer ...

Cocoa butter is a vital ingredient in chocolate making. Cocoa butter is an extract from cocoa beans, which is further mixed with additives such as sugar or sweetener, and preservatives. It is ...

It is a common belief that when food undergoes various forms of processing, the health benefits of that food are greatly reduced. A team of scientists at the Pennsylvania State University have found ...