Dehydrated Cacao Nibs

Discover the raw essence of chocolate with our locally grown, dehydrated cacao nibs. A crunchy, organically managed snack or a perfect addition to your baking creations.

Cacao is the raw, unroasted form of the beans (or seeds) of the Cacao tree. These beans are the primary ingredient in chocolate and many other cacao-based products. The tree itself thrives in tropical locations, and is a small evergreen tree in the Malvaceae family. The beans are found within the fruit pod of the Cacao tree. They undergo fermentation, drying, roasting, and grinding in order to turn them into the chocolates that we know and love. Once the cacao beans are processed, the roasted and ground form is then known as cocoa. 

Cacao in its raw form contains essential minerals like calcium, potassium, iron, zinc, and magnesium, which each play a vital role in keeping your body healthy and functioning properly. It also contains Vitamins A and E, and B vitamins, which are important for immunity, energy, skin health, nerve function, and protection against cell damage. Thanks to its high antioxidant content, cacao can help to improve heart health, brain function, and your mood. Just further proof that chocolate (cacao) is the best food out there!