Edina Jackson-Yussif

The Powerful Health Benefits of Cacao Powder

The cacao tree is a tropical evergreen that can grow up to 40 feet tall. The trees produce pods that contain seeds called cocoa beans. The beans are fermented and dried before being ground into chocolate liquor, or the liquid form of chocolate with its flavor, aroma, acidity, and caffeine content intact. The cacao powder-making process includes grinding these cacao beans into a fine powder, then used in beverages and recipes for baking and smoothies.