High-Fat Cocoa Powder 22/24% | Veliche | 1kg
A rich, Dutch-processed cocoa powder from Belgian chocolate brand Veliche, made for professional baking and everyday home recipes
Made from cocoa beans sourced in West Africa, this Dutch-processed cocoa powder contains 22–24% cocoa fat, delivering a rich chocolate flavour, deep reddish-brown colour, and a smooth taste with bitter and subtly sweet notes.
Ideal for brownies, chocolate cakes, cookies, mousses, hot chocolate, and other homemade desserts.
What makes it different?
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22–24% cocoa fat: A higher fat content than many conventional cocoa powders, contributing to a richer mouthfeel and fuller chocolate flavour.
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Dutch-processed: Treated to reduce acidity, creating a smoother, more mellow cocoa flavour.
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Unsweetened: No added sugar, allowing you to control the sweetness of your recipes.
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Professional-grade: Developed for pastry, bakery, and chocolate applications, and equally versatile in the home kitchen.
Supplied in its original 1 kg packaging.
Brand: Veliche Gourmet
Manufacturer: Cargill Cocoa & Chocolate
Product: High-Fat Cocoa Powder
Processing: Dutch-processed (alkalised)
Cocoa fat content: 22–24%
Ingredients: Cocoa powder, potassium hydroxide (E525), potassium carbonate (E501)
Alkalising agents: 7% or less
Added sugar: None listed
Cocoa origin: West Africa
Manufacturing origin: European Union
Net weight: 1 kg
Packaging: Original sealed bag
Shelf life: 24 months from production
Nutritional values per 100 g:
Energy: 380 kcal
Fat: 22.5 g
Of which saturated: 13.6 g
Carbohydrates: 8.7 g
Of which sugars: 0.6 g
Protein: 19.4 g
Salt: 0.07 g
Veliche is a Belgian chocolate brand produced by Cargill Cocoa & Chocolate.
The cocoa beans are sourced from West Africa, with Veliche stating that its cocoa comes from Rainforest Alliance Certified farms and supports farmer development programmes.
Made in the EU and supplied in its original sealed 1 kg packaging.
Storage: Keep tightly sealed in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, moisture, and strong odours. No refrigeration required.
A versatile cocoa powder for everyday recipes and more elaborate desserts.
Baking: Brownies, chocolate cakes, cookies, muffins, and pancakes.
Desserts: Chocolate mousse, pudding, homemade ice cream, and chocolate creams.
Drinks: Hot chocolate, mochas, and chocolate milk.
Everyday: Add to porridge, overnight oats, smoothies, or yogurt.
Kitchen tip: For hot chocolate, start with 10 g of cocoa powder per cup of milk, sweeten to taste, and adjust to your preference.
For baking, follow recipes that specify Dutch-processed cocoa, particularly when using baking soda.
What does 22–24% fat mean?
Cocoa powder naturally contains cocoa butter. The percentage indicates how much of that fat remains after processing.
At 22–24%, this is considered a high-fat cocoa powder. Its higher cocoa butter content can contribute to a richer mouthfeel and fuller chocolate flavour.
What does Dutch-processed mean?
Dutch processing involves treating cocoa with alkaline ingredients to reduce its natural acidity. This produces a smoother, more mellow flavour and typically a deeper colour.
Is this the same as drinking chocolate?
No. This is unsweetened cocoa powder, not an instant chocolate drink mix. You can use it to prepare hot chocolate, but you'll need to add milk or water and sweeten it to your preference.