3rd Sep 2022
Cocoa Powder Alkalization Method Dutch-processed cocoa, or alkalized cocoa powder, is made by treating chocolate with an alkalizing chemical. This method balances the natural acidity of cocoa while al…
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3rd Sep 2022
Mexican Chocolate Considering the times we are currently in, who doesn’t need a little spice in their life? What better way to do that than trying something new?! Here in NY, summer is not o…
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3rd Sep 2022
If you love baking chocolate and confections, you’ve likely come across the term couverture chocolate. And since you’re reading this, you’re here for an answer to the question that p…
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Some wise words from Pastry Kitty over at Santa Barbara Chocolate Company... Yes, Pastry Kitty is real. Maybe not in the whiskers-and-claws sense, but she’s definitely the creative spirit behind…
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Fun Chocolate Posters Some of the best days at Santa Barbara Chocolate are when a chocolate partner sends over something unexpected—an email with a quirky image, a snapshot of a creative display…
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3rd Sep 2022
A letter from one of our loyal long time customers: Dear Jason, Thank you so much for the "extra" bag of dark chocolate dipping chocolate. I finally got around to ordering again. My life…
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3rd Sep 2022
Simple, Natural & Vegan-Friendly If you’ve ever wanted to bring a bit of calm to your day—or make something thoughtful for someone else—these handmade bath bombs are a great pla…
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3rd Sep 2022
Chocolate Keto Mug Cake Recipe This Chocolate Mug Cake bakes up soft, fudge like and delicious in just one minute in your microwave with simple pantry staples. It’s the perfect low carb, paleo…
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3rd Sep 2022
Thank you for your kind reviews It is so wonderful to receive the kind and lovely reviews of our chocolate. Thank you for being so thoughtful and kind; you really do mean a lot to us and we are ve…
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Cocoa and chocolate products are more than just sweet treats—they also contain a variety of naturally occurring compounds, including a stimulant known as theobromine. Found in the seeds of the T…
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3rd Sep 2022
German Chocolate Cake; Not from Germany! What words come to your mind when you think of bakers chocolate German cake or a baker's chocolate recipe for German chocolate cake? Sweet? Decadent? Rich? Cre…
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3rd Sep 2022
Planning something different for Thanksgiving dessert? These chocolate covered pumpkin muffins are an excellent choice for a seasonal treat that’s both rich in flavor and made with clean ingredi…
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