Dramatically Dark Color
Bold, Rich Flavor
No Food Coloring
Dramatically Dark Color
Bold, Rich Flavor
No Food Coloring
Black Cocoa Powder
Black Cocoa Powder
Darkness, Meet Delicious
Bake bold with rich, deep chocolate flavor and dramatic black color for cookies, cakes, and brownies that steal the show.
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Quality You Can Trust
You’re not imagining it: things are getting dark. And by “things”, we mean your cakes, cookies, frostings, and whatever other confectionary creations you want to darken to your heart’s desires.
Nutrition Facts
About 65 servings per container
Serving size 1 tbsp (7g)
Calories 15
Amount/Serving
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g
1%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 180mg
8%
Total Carbohydrate 4g
1%
Dietary Fiber 2g
8%
Total Sugars 0g
Includes 0g Added Sugars
0%
Protein 2g
Vitamin D 0mcg 0%
Calcium 10mg 0%
Iron 2.9mg 15%
Potassium 380mg 8%
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1% for the Planet
We donate 1% of annual sales to environmental causes because a healthy planet makes for better baking.
Rise Up Baking Scholarship
Supporting the next generation of bakers through our annual scholarship fund for culinary students.
Fair Trade Certified
Ensuring cocoa farmers receive fair wages and sustainable working conditions
Plastic Neutral Certification
We remove as much plastic from the environment as we use in our packaging.
Got Questions?
We’ve got Answers
1.
What's the difference between Black Cocoa and regular Dutch-Process Cocoa?
Black Cocoa is Dutch-Process Cocoa that's been alkalized to the extreme, creating that dramatically dark color perfect for Oreo-style cookies and statement-making chocolate desserts. While regular Dutch-Process Cocoa has a reddish-brown hue and balanced flavor, our Black Cocoa delivers intense color with a smooth, rich flavor profile all its own. It's like Dutch-Process Cocoa's bold, dramatic cousin who knows how to make an entrance—both visually stunning and deliciously distinctive.
2.
Can I substitute Black Cocoa for regular cocoa powder in my recipes?
Absolutely! You can substitute our Black Cocoa 1:1 for regular cocoa powder in most recipes. For a balanced approach, try mixing it equally with our Dutch-Process Cocoa to get dramatic color while maintaining a full-bodied chocolate flavor profile. For the boldest color statement (hello, midnight-black cookies!), use Black Cocoa on its own. Unlike some black cocoas, ours maintains a rich chocolate flavor even when used at full strength—perfect for when you want both striking appearance and delicious taste. The choice really depends on how dramatic you want your bake to be!
3.
How do I get the perfect dark color without making my bake taste bitter?
Unlike some other black cocoas that are over-alkalized (resulting in that burnt, bitter taste), our Black Cocoa is carefully processed to balance color and flavor. For the darkest results without bitterness, try these baker's tricks: let your batters and frostings rest for an hour or two (or up to overnight) after mixing to develop deeper color, note that baked goods often darken further after baking, or add a tiny amount of black food gel for that extra-dramatic effect when needed. The secret is starting with quality Black Cocoa (hello there!) and being patient as the color develops.
4.
How should I store Black Cocoa powder to maintain freshness?
Keep your Black Cocoa in a cool, dry place away from direct light in its original sealed pouch or transfer to an airtight container. When stored properly, our Black Cocoa maintains its quality for two years or more—though we doubt it'll last that long once you start creating with it! ;)
5.
What recipes showcase Black Cocoa best?
Black Cocoa shines brightest in recipes where both color and flavor make an impact: homemade sandwich cookies (think better-than-Oreos), dramatic chocolate cake layers, Halloween-themed treats, dark chocolate ice cream, and bold-colored cookie decorating. It also creates show-stopping contrast when paired with white chocolate, cream cheese frosting, or colorful sprinkles. For everyday baking, try replacing just a portion of regular cocoa with Black Cocoa to give your chocolate chip cookies, brownies, or chocolate loaf that bakery-level depth that makes everyone ask for your secret.
