Facts
Cacao beans are the seeds of an Amazonian fruiting tree and source of all chocolate and cocoa products.
Our Cacao Powder (pronounced ka-kow) is simply pulverised raw Nibs, and as the temperature is never allowed to exceed 40°C, the powder is considered a ‘raw' food with all heat-sensitive vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants remaining intact, thereby maximising digestion and absorption.
In fact, our powder has over 360% MORE antioxidants than regular cocoa !!
Nutritional Benefits
Raw Cacao products are a source of beta-carotene, amino acids (protein), Omega-3 EFA's, calcium, zinc, iron, copper, sulphur, potassium, and one of the best food sources of muscle relaxing, stress relieving magnesium – now you know why women crave chocolate every month!
Suggested Uses
Add to smoothies or milkshakes, make hot chocolate, sprinkle on coffee or icecream, add to cookie or muffin batter, or substitute for regular cocoa powder in dessert recipes.
Recipes
BLISS BALLS
Makes approx 18 ‘golf ball’ size balls
Ingredients:
2 cups granola or muesli
1/2 cup tahini
1/4 cup nut butter of your choice
1Tbsp CACAO POWDER
1 Tbsp MACA POWDER
1Tbsp ACAI POWDER
Optional Garnishes:
2Tbsp Toasted sesame seeds OR
1/4 cup Toasted coconut OR
1Tbsp CACAO POWDER mixed with 1Tbsp COCONUT PALM SUGAR
Mindful Preparation:
1. Grind granola in food processor.
2. Combine with remaining ingredients.
3. Add water 1Tbsp at a time to desired consistency. Form into small balls and roll in one of the optional garnishes.
>Recipe courtesy of rawfoodnik/yoga/surf diva, Shani Cranston www.milagroretreats.com
