Discover the pure, versatile richness of 100% Cocoa Butter by Chocolaterie de l'Opéra, an essential ingredient for chocolate tempering, ganache, pâtisserie, and fine confectionery. Extracted from high-quality cocoa beans, this premium cocoa butter enhances texture, smoothness, and shine in chocolate work while also serving as a natural fat alternative for gourmet desserts, pastries, and even savory applications.

Detailed Information

This 100% pure cocoa butter is produced using a gentle extraction process to preserve its delicate cocoa aroma and neutral taste. It is deodorized, making it highly adaptable for use in both chocolate applications and innovative culinary creations.

Cocoa butter’s high stability and melting point provide silky texture and superior gloss, making it a key component in chocolate tempering and high-end pastry techniques.

Flavor & Texture Profile

✔ Tasting Notes: Neutral cocoa aroma, smooth and creamy mouthfeel
✔ Texture: Solid at room temperature, melts easily at body temperature (34-38°C)
✔ Color: Pale ivory, smooth and glossy when melted

Serving & Usage Suggestions

• Chocolate Tempering & Enrobing: Enhances fluidity, shine, and snap in couverture chocolates.
• Ganache & Praline Fillings: Provides a silky mouthfeel and extended shelf life for truffles and bonbons.
• Fine Pastry & Viennoiserie: Used in laminated doughs, mousses, and glazes for a buttery, smooth consistency.
• Ice Cream & Vegan Desserts: Adds creaminess and a melt-in-the-mouth texture to frozen desserts and dairy-free recipes.
• Gourmet Cooking & Savory Use: Can be used as a delicate fat alternative in sauces, emulsions, or plant-based dishes.

Why Choose Chocolaterie de l'Opéra Cocoa Butter?

✔ 100% Pure & Deodorized – Maintains neutral flavor for versatile culinary use.
✔ Essential for Chocolate Work – Perfect for tempering, enrobing, and fine confectionery.
✔ High Stability & Natural Shelf Life – Ensures long-lasting freshness and functionality.
✔ Vegan & Plant-Based Alternative – Ideal for dairy-free and vegan pastry applications.
✔ Available Per Kg – Ideal for Professional Use – Suitable for chocolatiers, pastry chefs, and gourmet kitchens.

Storage & Usage Instructions

• Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place (between 12-20°C) away from humidity and direct sunlight.
• Shelf Life: Refer to packaging for best-before date.
• Melting Point: 34-38°C – Gently melt for chocolate tempering or emulsifying into recipes.

A must-have ingredient for chocolate professionals, pâtissiers, and gourmet chefs, Chocolaterie de l’Opéra’s 100% Cocoa Butter offers unmatched quality, purity, and versatility, making it an essential staple in high-end confectionery and pastry creations.