Raw Cacao Powder, Organic, 250g

250g of Raw, Organic Cacao Powder packaged in our plant-based, cellulose, compostable bags.

Raw cacao powder is made by cold-pressing unroasted cacao beans to remove the fat (cacao butter), then grinding the remaining solids into a fine powder. It’s the closest you get to the natural chocolate bean in powdered form, with a deep, bitter chocolate flavour.

Flavour & aroma

Intensely chocolatey, bitter, slightly earthy and nutty. Less sweet than regular cocoa powder, with a richer, more complex profile. Often described as “dark chocolate in a powder.”

Common culinary uses

• Beverages – hot chocolate, smoothies, protein shakes
• Baking – brownies, cakes, cookies (often sweetened)
• Desserts – mousses, puddings, raw desserts, truffles
• Breakfasts – porridge, overnight oats, granola, smoothie bowls
• Savoury dishes – mole sauces, chilli, spiced rubs (used sparingly)

Tip: Raw cacao is best combined with fats (like butter, coconut oil, or cream) to fully release its flavour.

Using raw cacao powder

• Sweeten lightly – raw cacao is naturally bitter; pair with honey, maple syrup, or stevia
• Combine with liquid – mix with warm liquid or milk alternative to bloom the flavour
• Roasting note – because it’s raw, it keeps more nutrients than roasted cocoa but has a slightly more astringent taste

Traditional & practical benefits

(Nutritional and historical use — not medical advice)

• Rich in antioxidants – flavonoids help combat oxidative stress
• Mood support – contains compounds like theobromine and phenylethylamine, traditionally associated with mild stimulant and mood-enhancing effects
• Mineral-rich – magnesium, iron, potassium, and zinc
• Cardiovascular support – flavonoids may support circulation and heart health

Raw cacao is considered a “superfood” compared to regular processed cocoa powder due to minimal heating and processing.