Legere Cacao Barry Powder – Light Pink Cocoa with Fudgy Chocolate Flavour
Experience the delicate charm of Legere Cacao Barry Cocoa Powder, a unique cocoa powder with a light pink hue when dry and a striking red-brown color when wet. This low-fat, alkalised cocoa delivers a rich, fudgy chocolate flavor with subtle notes of red fruits, hazelnuts, and floral undertones. Perfect for aerated baking, it ensures stability and vibrant flavor in every creation.
Key Features
- 100% pure cocoa powder – No added sugar, ideal for clean-label recipes.
- Low fat content (max 1%) – Perfect for light, airy baked goods.
- Rich, fudgy flavor – Complemented by red fruits, hazelnuts, and floral notes.
- Versatile light pink color – Transforms into red-brown when wet.
- Alkalised for better performance – Enhances stability in baking.
Technical Specifications
- pH Level: 7.6-8.2
- Fat Content: Max 1%
- Particle Size: 99.5% < 75μm
- Moisture: Max 5%
- Origin: Finest quality West African cocoa beans
- Dispersibility: Standard for alkalised powder
The Role of Low Fat Content in Cocoa
With only 1% fat content, Legere Cacao Barry Cocoa Powder stands apart from traditional cocoa powders. The reduced fat enhances the powder's ability to retain air, making it an excellent choice for light, aerated baked goods like macarons, meringues, and mousses. This unique characteristic also intensifies the natural fruity and nutty notes of the cocoa.
Ideal Applications
- Aerated Bakery Items: Macarons, meringues, mousses, croissants.
- Confectionery: Light truffles and cocoa-dusted treats.
- Decorative Finishes: Perfect for dusting cakes, pastries, and desserts.
Flavour Pairing Recommendations
The delicate blend of chocolate, fruit, and nut notes makes this powder incredibly versatile. For the best results, try pairing with:
- Nuts: Walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds, roasted peanuts.
- Fruits: Raspberries, acai berries.
- Spirits: Amaretto, dark rum.
Recommended Chocolate Pairings
- Alto el Sol 65% – Enhances fruity notes with its Peruvian origin.
- Inaya 65% – Balances the cocoa's richness with mild sweetness.
- Mexique 66% – Complements the floral undertones with complex depth.
Experience the Art of Aerated Baking
Crafted from premium West African cocoa beans, Legere Cacao Barry Cocoa Powder offers exceptional performance in baking and dessert applications. Its low-fat, alkalised formula ensures stability and ease of use, while the distinctive flavor profile adds a sophisticated touch to your culinary creations.
Add Legere Cacao Barry Powder to your pantry today and elevate your baking with its light, airy texture and unforgettable taste.