Tag: Unprocessed chocolate

Over 50% of the world's cacao comes from West Africa, and while standard chocolate is highly processed, many wonder: can you get unprocessed chocolate? The answer is nuanced, as what is often labeled "unprocessed" or "raw" has, in fact, undergone some minimal processing, though significantly less than its commercial counterparts.

Cacao beans are one of the richest sources of antioxidants on Earth, containing more flavonoids by weight than many fruits like blueberries and acai. This fact leads many to question if there is unprocessed chocolate available that preserves these powerful nutrients.