{"id":111511,"date":"2023-04-13T10:16:54","date_gmt":"2023-04-13T10:16:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tecaire.com\/?p=111511"},"modified":"2023-04-13T10:16:54","modified_gmt":"2023-04-13T10:16:54","slug":"what-are-cocoa-nibs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tecaire.com\/en\/what-are-cocoa-nibs\/","title":{"rendered":"What are cocoa nibs?"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row row_height_percent=”40″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”5″ top_padding=”0″ bottom_padding=”0″ back_color=”color-xsdn” back_image=”109552″ back_position=”center center” overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”0″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ top_divider=”step_1_2″ uncode_shortcode_id=”139640″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette” back_size=”cover”][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ position_vertical=”middle” gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/1″][vc_row_inner row_inner_height_percent=”0″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″][vc_column_inner column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”2″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”8\/12″ uncode_shortcode_id=”845518″][vc_empty_space empty_h=”4″][vc_custom_heading text_color=”color-210407″ heading_semantic=”h5″ text_size=”fontsize-160000″ text_transform=”uppercase” text_space=”fontspace-135905″ sub_lead=”yes” sub_reduced=”yes” css_animation=”curtain” text_align=”text-left” text_serif=”yes” uncode_shortcode_id=”216363″ text_color_type=”uncode-palette”]News TecAIRE[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_custom_heading auto_text=”yes” text_color=”color-210407″ heading_semantic=”h1″ text_size=”h1″ sub_lead=”yes” sub_reduced=”yes” css_animation=”curtain” animation_delay=”200″ interval_animation=”200″ text_align=”text-left” text_serif=”yes” uncode_shortcode_id=”119133″ text_color_type=”uncode-palette”]TecAIRE in the 5 continents[\/vc_custom_heading][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”4\/12″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”5″ top_padding=”0″ bottom_padding=”2″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”128654″][vc_column width=”5\/6″][vc_custom_heading text_color=”color-210407″ sub_lead=”yes” sub_reduced=”yes” text_align=”text-left” text_serif=”yes” uncode_shortcode_id=”264399″ text_color_type=”uncode-palette”]The small pieces of cocoa bean[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”203900″]If you’re a chocolate lover, you’ve probably heard of cocoa nibs<\/strong>. But what<\/strong> exactly are cocoa nibs and why<\/strong> have they become so popular today? Never heard of them? Don’t worry, we’ll tell you all about them below.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text_color=”color-210407″ heading_semantic=”h3″ text_size=”h3″ sub_lead=”yes” sub_reduced=”yes” text_align=”text-left” text_serif=”yes” uncode_shortcode_id=”624639″ text_color_type=”uncode-palette”]<\/p>\n

\u00bfQu\u00e9 son los nibs de cacao?<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”121009″]Cocoa nibs are small pieces of the cocoa bean<\/strong> that have been peeled and chopped into pieces. They are completely natural and contain no added sugars or fats. They have an intense chocolate flavour and are very crunchy.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text_color=”color-210407″ heading_semantic=”h3″ text_size=”h3″ sub_lead=”yes” sub_reduced=”yes” text_align=”text-left” text_serif=”yes” uncode_shortcode_id=”112188″ text_color_type=”uncode-palette”]<\/p>\n

Characteristics of cocoa nibs<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”143865″]Cocoa nibs are a natural source<\/strong> of antioxidants and minerals such as iron, magnesium, zinc and calcium. They are also rich in fibre and healthy fats, such as oleic acid, which is beneficial for heart health.<\/p>\n

Cocoa nibs come in different varieties, depending on the place of origin of the cocoa and the production process. Some cocoa nibs are roasted before being chopped<\/strong><\/a>, which gives them a milder and less bitter taste.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text_color=”color-210407″ heading_semantic=”h3″ text_size=”h3″ sub_lead=”yes” sub_reduced=”yes” text_align=”text-left” text_serif=”yes” uncode_shortcode_id=”161016″ text_color_type=”uncode-palette”]<\/p>\n

Uses and utilities<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”118102″]Cocoa nibs can be used in a wide variety of dishes and recipes. They can be added to smoothies, yoghurts, granolas and ice creams for a rich chocolate flavour and crunchy texture. They can also be used in baking to flavour cakes, biscuits and brownies.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text_color=”color-210407″ heading_semantic=”h3″ text_size=”h3″ sub_lead=”yes” sub_reduced=”yes” text_align=”text-left” text_serif=”yes” uncode_shortcode_id=”508590″ text_color_type=”uncode-palette”]<\/p>\n

Advantages of nib<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”582034″]Cocoa nibs have many nutritional benefits, as they are a good source of antioxidants, minerals and healthy fats. They are also a natural way to add chocolate flavour to meals and recipes without having to add sugars or unhealthy fats.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text_color=”color-210407″ heading_semantic=”h3″ text_size=”h3″ sub_lead=”yes” sub_reduced=”yes” text_align=”text-left” text_serif=”yes” uncode_shortcode_id=”613874″ text_color_type=”uncode-palette”]<\/p>\n

Curiosities<\/h3>\n

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  • Cocoa nibs have been used for centuries in Mexico and Central America as currency.<\/li>\n
  • Cocoa nibs have become a popular ingredient in the diet of athletes, as they are rich in nutrients and energy.<\/li>\n
  • Cocoa nibs can be used to make cocoa tea, which is rich in antioxidants and has an intense chocolate flavour.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space empty_h=”2″][vc_custom_heading heading_semantic=”h4″ text_size=”h5″ uncode_shortcode_id=”210662″]Would you like to roast cocoa nibs<\/strong> to offer more variety to your customers? Contact us.[\/vc_custom_heading]\n

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