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Explore the world of chocolate
Chocolate is undoubtedly one of the most popular and beloved sweet treats in the world, and it's easy to see why. Whether you're a milk chocolate fan or prefer the depth and richness of dark chocolate, there's a flavor and texture to satisfy every palate and craving.
In this ultimate guide to chocolate, we'll explore the history, production, health benefits, and different types of chocolate to help you become a true chocolate connoisseur.
The journey of chocolate begins with the cacao tree, which is native to South America. The beans from this tree are harvested, fermented, dried, roasted, and ground into cocoa solids, which are then used to make chocolate. Variations in processing, the addition of sugar, and different types of milk and cream produce the different kinds of chocolate we enjoy today.
One of the most fascinating things about chocolate is its rich history. The Aztecs, Mayans, and other indigenous cultures consumed cacao as a bitter drink long before Europeans brought it to the rest of the world. In Europe, chocolate was initially consumed as a luxury beverage for the elite, but eventually became more widely available and accessible to people from all walks of life.
When it comes to health benefits, dark chocolate especially is considered to have many. It's loaded with antioxidants, can help lower blood pressure, and may even boost brain function. And of course, there's the simple pleasure of indulging in a delicious piece of chocolate, which can elevate mood and bring joy to our daily lives.
In this guide, we'll cover everything from chocolate production and bean-to-bar techniques to the myriad ways to enjoy chocolate in desserts, baked goods, and recipes. Whether you're a seasoned chocolate lover or just discovering this delectable treat, we hope to open up a whole new world of chocolate for you to explore and savor.
Explore the world of chocolate
Chocolate is undoubtedly one of the most popular and beloved sweet treats in the world, and it's easy to see why. Whether you're a milk chocolate fan or prefer the depth and richness of dark chocolate, there's a flavor and texture to satisfy every palate and craving.
In this ultimate guide to chocolate, we'll explore the history, production, health benefits, and different types of chocolate to help you become a true chocolate connoisseur.
The journey of chocolate begins with the cacao tree, which is native to South America....
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Vendor:Ferrero Rocher White Chocolate Bar 90g This Product is HFSS White Chocolate (60%) Bar with Hazelnuts Filling. White Chocolate (60%) Bar with Hazelnuts Filling.Perfect as a gift and to share with your loved onesWe are committed to source 100% Sustainable Cocoa. Unwrap the Ferrero...Regular price £27.23 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Ferrero Rocher Milk Chocolate Bar 90g This Product is HFSS Milk Chocolate (60%) Bar with Hazelnuts & Cocoa Filling. Milk Chocolate (60%) Bar with Hazelnuts & Cocoa Filling.We are committed to source 100% sustainable cocoaPerfect as a gift and to share with your loved...Regular price £27.23 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Daim Chocolate Bar 28g This Product is HFSS Milk Chocolate (42%) With A Crunchy Almond Caramel Centre. Delicious bar made from crunchy almond caramel covered in milk chocolate. Delicious milk chocolate with a crunchy almond caramel centre Made with Rainforest Alliance Certified Cocoa Perfect for an afternoon treat!...Regular price £55.88 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Kinder 2 Bueno White 39g White Chocolate Covered Wafer with Smooth Milky and Hazelnut Filling Crispy WaferMilk and HazelnutsSmooth Milky and Hazelnut FillingContaining two individually wrapped fingersWhite Chocolate Bueno is a delicate chocolate bar with a delicious taste. Basic is good – but sometimes...Regular price £26.70 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Kinder Bueno White Milk and Hazelnuts 2 Pieces 39g White Chocolate Covered Wafer with Smooth Milky and Hazelnut Filling Smooth Milky and Hazelnut FillingWhite ChocolateCrispy Wafer © Ferrero Ingredients & Allergens White Chocolate 28% (Cocoa Butter, Sugar, Skimmed Milk Powder, Concentrated Butter, Emulsifier: Lecithins (Soya), Vanillin), Sugar, Palm Oil, Wheat Flour, Skimmed Milk Powder, Milk Powder, Hazelnuts (5%), Whey...Regular price £25.50 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Kinder 2 Bueno Milk & Hazelnut 43g Milk Chocolate Covered Wafer with Smooth Milky and Hazelnut Filling Containing 2 individually wrapped fingersCrispy waferSmooth milky and hazelnut fillingMilk chocolate Bueno is a delicate chocolate bar with an indulgent taste. Each melt-in-the-mouth piece promises creamy hazelnut,...Regular price £26.70 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Kinder Bueno Milk and Hazelnuts 2 Pieces 39g Milk Chocolate Covered Wafer with Smooth Milky and Hazelnut Filling Smooth milky and hazelnut fillingMilk chocolateCrispy wafer © Ferrero Ingredients & Allergens Milk Chocolate 31.5% (Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Cocoa Mass, Skimmed Milk Powder, Concentrated Butter, Emulsifier: Lecithins (Soya), Vanillin), Sugar, Palm Oil, Wheat Flour, Hazelnuts (10.5%), Skimmed Milk Powder, Milk Powder, Chocolate...Regular price £25.50 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Cadbury Wispa Gold Chocolate Bar 49g This Product is HFSS Textured Milk Chocolate Bar With Soft Caramel Centre (32 %). 1 portion = 1 bar (48 g). 1 portion per pack. Ingredients & Allergens MILK, sugar, glucose syrup, cocoa butter, vegetable fats (palm, shea),...Regular price £42.72 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Alma Pink & White Mice 120 Pieces Strawberry and cream flavour candy pieces Strawberry and cream flavour candy pieces Ingredients & Allergens Sugar, Palm Oil, Whey Powder (from Milk), Wheat Flour, Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin), Natural Flavouring, Natural Colour (Carmine) Contains Gluten, Milk, Soya, Wheat Handling and Cooking Storage Store in a cool, dry place...Regular price £7.54 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Cadbury Dairy Milk Little Bar Chocolate 18g This Product is HFSS Milk Chocolate. Deliciously creamy Cadbury Dairy Milk milk chocolate in a little bar Delicious 18g bar Cocoa Life is a holistic, third-party verified cocoa sustainability program. It is grounded in strengthening cocoa communities...Regular price £39.51 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Cadbury Wispa Duo Chocolate Bar 47.4g This Product is HFSS 2 Textured Milk Chocolate Bars. Shhh. Don't disturb the rush of tiny bubbles, nestled in velvety Cadbury milk chocolate and coated in a luscious layer of yet more chocolate. It's what we imagine eating...Regular price £56.92 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Cadbury Wispa Gold Chocolate Bar 48 g This Product is HFSS Textured Milk Chocolate Bar With Soft Caramel Centre (32 %). Shhh. Don't disturb the rush of tiny bubbles, nestled in velvety Cadbury milk chocolate with a layer of smooth golden caramel, coated in...Regular price £47.52 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Cadbury Wispa Chocolate Bar 36g This Product is HFSS Textured Milk Chocolate Bar. Shhh. Don't disturb the rush of tiny bubbles, nestled in velvety Cadbury milk chocolate and coated in a luscious layer of yet more chocolate. It's what we imagine eating a chocolate...Regular price £79.04 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Cadbury Twirl Xtra Duo Chocolate Bar 54g This Product is HFSS 2 Milk Chocolate Fingers. Same taste, bigger bars with Twirl Xtra Duo chocolate bars! A light, chocolatey delight. Bite through the Cadbury milk chocolate coating and let the delicate swirls and curls unfold...Regular price £64.35 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Cadbury Twirl White Dipped Chocolate Bar 43g This Product is HFSS Milk Chocolate Centre Coated In White Chocolate (45 %). 1 portion = 1 finger (21.5 g). 2 portions per pack. Ingredients & Allergens MILK, sugar, cocoa butter, whole MILK powder, cocoa mass, whey permeate (from MILK),...Regular price £79.04 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Cadbury Twirl Orange Chocolate Bar 43 g This Product is HFSS 2 Orange Flavoured Milk Chocolate Fingers. Two fingers of indulgent chocolatey swirls wrapped in Cadbury milk chocolate, with an irresistible orange flavour. Supporting sustainably sourced cocoa. Vegetarian friendly. For over 200 years, Cadbury...Regular price £47.52 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Cadbury Starbar Chocolate Bar 49 g This Product is HFSS Milk Chocolate With Caramel (30 %) And Peanut (23 %) Centre. A cosmos of chewy, golden caramel, filled with crushed roasted peanuts and covered in a thick layer of Cadbury milk chocolate. Reach for...Regular price £31.68 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Cadbury Crunchie 99P PMP Chocolate Bar 40 g This Product is HFSS Milk Chocolate With Golden Honeycombed Centre (38 %). Each bite brings a mouthful of honeycomb heaven. The golden centre is covered in a thick layer of Cadbury milk chocolate, for a delicious...Regular price £47.52 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Cadbury Boost Chocolate Bar 48.5 g This Product is HFSS Milk Chocolate Bar With Caramel (26 %) And Biscuit (3 %) Filling. Let's taste our way from the inside out. Crunchy biscuit sits in a soft cocoa centre, those two are wrapped in deliciously...Regular price £47.52 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Cadbury Dairy Milk MC JPC Chocolate Bar 47 g This Product is HFSS Milk Chocolate With Fruit Flavour Jellies (6 %), Sugar Coated Milk Chocolate Beans (6 %) And Popping Candy (4 %). A marvellous combination of fruit flavour jellies, crispy sugar coated cocoa...Regular price £23.76 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Cadbury Twirl Chocolate Bar 43g This Product is HFSS 2 Milk Chocolate Fingers. A light, chocolatey delight. Bite through the Cadbury milk chocolate coating and let the delicate swirls and curls unfold as they melt in your mouth. It's the ultimate little lift. Made...Regular price £74.65 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Lion Milk Chocolate Bar 50g This Product is HFSS Filled wafer with caramel (35%) and cereals (8%) covered with milk chocolate (38%) No artificial colours, flavours & preservativesCrispy filled wafer, chewy caramel & crunchy cereals covered in smooth milk chocolate LION® milk chocolate 50g...Regular price £36.70 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Aero Bubbly Peppermint Chocolate Bar 36g Smooth milk chocolate filled with peppermint flavoured bubbles. Rainforest Certified CocoaSuitable for vegetariansOur iconic, effortless, melt-in-the-mouth aerated chocolateNo artificial colours, flavours or preservativesBubbly peppermint-flavoured chocolate in a smooth milk chocolate shell Suitable for Vegetarians Aero® Peppermint is the...Regular price £21.36 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Mars, Caramel, Nougat & Milk Chocolate Snack Bar 51g Indulge in the perfect balance of flavors with Mars, Caramel, Nougat & Milk Chocolate Snack Bar! Satisfy your cravings with this 51g bar made with creamy milk chocolate, gooey caramel, and fluffy nougat. With a...Regular price £47.63 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
