Can you eat raw cacao nibs?

Yes! Cacao nibs can be eaten as they are. Many people enjoy them as a snack, mix them into trail mixes, or sprinkle them over smoothies, cereal, or baked goods. Their crunch and deep cocoa flavor make them a versatile addition to many recipes.

What are the benefits of cacao nibs?

Cacao nibs are packed with antioxidants, fiber, and minerals like magnesium and iron. They may provide a nutrient-rich, low-sugar snack option in moderation.

Are your cacao nibs processed in the same facility or in shared lines with peanuts or tree nuts?

No — our cacao nibs are not processed in the same facility or on shared lines with peanuts or tree nuts.

What do cocoa nibs taste like?

Santa Barbara Chocolate Cacao nibs are very premium grade. They are cocoa bean pieces with a mildly bitter, nutty crunch. They have a dark chocolate like flavor, with earthy mild fruity notes—similar to biting into a roasted fine grade coffee bean.

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Description

Cacao Nibs (Cocoa Nibs) – 100% Cacao Bean

Crunchy & Flavorful • Less Processed Cacao • Very Premium Quality

Cacao nibs - What are they? They are small pieces of the cacao bean that are lightly roasted and cracked.

Santa Barbara Chocolate cacao nibs are simply lightly roasted, cracked cacao beans - nothing added, nothing taken away. They deliver a crunchy texture, bold cocoa flavor, and the nutrients of the natural cacao bean, including polyphenols and fiber.

Why Choose Our Cacao Nibs?

Lightly Roasted for Flavor – roasted just enough to develop a cocoa aroma while preserving cacao alkaloids.
Nutrient Dense – the cacao benefit
No Additives – never alkalized, no solvents, no fillers.

Sensory Profile

What does cacao nibs taste like? They have a strong cocoa bite with a crisp crunch.

Do cacao nibs taste like chocolate? They carry a chocolate-like note but with a deeper and more earthy taste.

Our best cacao nibs are crisp and crunchy, with an intensely chocolate, slightly bitter taste balanced by subtle roasted notes and a nutty finish. They offer a rustic cacao flavor that’s both energizing and satisfying.

How to Use Cacao Nibs?

Sprinkle on oatmeal, yogurt, or smoothie bowls
Blend into protein shakes for crunch
Mix into trail mix, granola, or baked goods
Enjoy straight as an unsweetened snack

Can you melt cacao nibs? They soften with heat but do not melt smooth like chocolate because they do not contain added cocoa butter.

Ingredients

100% Cacao Nibs (lightly roasted cacao beans, cracked into small pieces)

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Experience authentic cacao: crunchy, nutrient-dense, rich in polyphenols.

At Santa Barbara Chocolate our best cacao nibs give you quality and indulgence.

Additional Information

Grade AA cocoa beans are rainforest harvested, fermented and low roast to ensure a delicate flavor and maximum cocoa antioxidants. Santa Barbara Chocolate uses the same high grade cacao to make nibs as we do in making our chocolate. We are confident our crunchy nibs are an industry leader in quality.

Nutritional Value of Cacao Nibs

113 servings per container
Serving size: 1 Tbsp (8g)

Amount Per Serving
Cacao Nibs Calories Per Tablespoon: 40

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value*
Total Fat	4.5g	6%
Saturated Fat	2.5g	13%
Trans Fat	0g	—
Cholesterol	0mg	0%
Sodium	0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate	2g	1%
Dietary Fiber	1g	4%
Total Sugars	0g	—
Includes Added Sugars	0g	0%
Protein	1g	—

Vitamin D 0mcg – 0%
Calcium 10mg – 0%
Iron 2.3mg – 15%
Potassium 90mg – 2%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet.
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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