Dulces y Endulzantes

Dark baking chocolate

Dark baking chocolate
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Ingredient Information

Name

Dark baking chocolate

Category

Dulces y Endulzantes

Popularity

5 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Dark baking chocolate is a type of chocolate specially formulated for use in culinary preparations, particularly in baking. It is characterized by a high cocoa percentage, generally above 50%, which gives it an intense, bitter, and deep flavor, ideal for adding texture and aroma to cakes, brownies, ganaches, mousses, and other desserts.

This chocolate is made from cocoa paste, cocoa butter, and a controlled amount of sugar, with no added milk, which distinguishes it from milk chocolate or white chocolate. Its origin is historically linked to the tropical regions of the Americas, where cocoa was first cultivated by Mesoamerican civilizations such as the Mayans and Aztecs, and later brought to Europe following the arrival of the Spanish in the 16th century.

Regarding its properties, dark baking chocolate is rich in natural antioxidants (flavonoids), which help combat cellular damage. It also provides minerals such as magnesium, iron, and zinc. In the kitchen, it stands out for its ability to melt evenly and provide structure to doughs and toppings, in addition to its resistance to moderate heat, making it ideal for baking.

Depending on the region in Latin America, dark baking chocolate may also be known as:

  • Bitter chocolate
  • Semi-sweet chocolate (when it has a medium cocoa percentage)
  • Bittersweet chocolate
  • Dark chocolate

It is important to choose a chocolate specifically made for baking to ensure optimal texture and flavor in the sweet recipes where it is used.

Nutritional Properties

3.1g
fiber
24mg
sodium
56mg
calcium
20mcg
folate
12mg
iron
715mg
potassium
24g
sugars
546
calories
0mcg
lycopene
146mg
magnesium
7.8g
proteins
0mg
vitamin c
31g
total fats
19g
saturated fats
46g
carbohydrates

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