Decor Cacao Barry Powder – Red-Brown Alkalised Cocoa with 20-22% Fat
Bring a touch of elegance to your desserts with Decor Cacao Barry Cocoa Powder. This exquisite 100% cocoa powder is alkalised to enhance its smoothness and boasts a malty biscuit flavor with subtle notes of caramel and cereal. Its rich, red-brown color makes it a perfect finishing touch for cakes, pastries, and other baked goods.
Key Features
- 100% pure cocoa powder – No added sugar, ideal for clean-label recipes.
- Malty biscuit flavor – With hints of cereal and caramel for a unique taste.
- High fat content (20-22%) – Ensures a smooth, rounded texture.
- Velvet red-brown color – Adds visual appeal to desserts and beverages.
- Non-hygroscopic – Perfect for dusting moist desserts without clumping.
Technical Specifications
- pH Level: Up to 8.4
- Fat Content: 20-22%
- Particle Size: 99.6% < 75μm
- Moisture: Max 4.5%
- Origin: Finest West African cocoa beans
- Dispersibility: Low moisture absorption for even distribution
The Importance of Fat Content
Cocoa powders with higher fat content, like Decor Cacao Barry Powder, offer a more balanced mouthfeel with less bitterness. The 20-22% fat content enhances the natural malt and caramel flavors, providing a smooth finish without overpowering sweetness.
Ideal Applications
- Baking: Enhance cakes, muffins, and pastries with a subtle malted cocoa flavor.
- Decorating: Perfect for dusting over tiramisu, brownies, or mousse.
- Beverages: Add a touch of cocoa to hot chocolate, cappuccinos, and frappés.
Perfect Pairings for Decor Cacao Barry Powder
The unique malty flavor pairs beautifully with a variety of ingredients:
- Fruits: Apple, dried apricot, sultanas
- Nuts: Roasted hazelnuts, caramelized almonds
- Sweet Elements: Caramel
Recommended Chocolate Pairings
- Excellence 55% – A smooth, semi-sweet dark chocolate.
- Fleur de Cao 70% – A bold, aromatic dark chocolate.
- Lactee Barry 35% – A creamy, indulgent milk chocolate.
Quality You Can Trust
Crafted from premium West African cocoa beans, Decor Cacao Barry Cocoa Powder offers exceptional quality and consistency. The resealable, recyclable packaging ensures your cocoa stays fresh and ready for every creative project.
Whether you're a professional chocolatier or an enthusiastic home baker, this cocoa powder will elevate your creations with its distinctive flavor and stunning red-brown color.