Dark Baking Chocolate Caraibe 66% - 35.27oz
VALRHONA
$81.99 USD
$81.99 USD
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Valrhona's balanced 66% dark chocolate, with intense bitter notes and roasted dried fruits. Feves for baking or tasting.
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Dark Baking Chocolate Caraibe 66% - 35.27oz
Caraïbe 66% is a dark baking chocolate, also known as couverture chocolate. It was created in 1988 by Valrhona. Its well-balanced profile with accents of roasted dried fruit makes it very accessible. In fact, it's a favorite with children!
Caraïbe: a woody, pleasantly toasted dark chocolate
Caraïbe 66% dark baking chocolate is a blend of cocoa varieties from the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Jamaica and Togo. Its notes of sweet spices blend with strong woody and dried fruit notes.
How to combine Caraïbe 66% dark chocolate in a recipe?
Caraïbe 66% is a chocolate that goes wonderfully well with dried fruits such as pistachios, almonds and hazelnuts. Softly roasted or in praline form, these dried fruits enhance the natural flavors of chocolate and add crunch to your recipes. You can also combine this baking chocolate with salted butter caramel or spices such as star anise, cinnamon or vanilla. For a spicier recipe, combine this dark couverture chocolate with lemon zest or lemongrass and why not a little mint for added freshness.
What recipes can be made with Caraïbe 66% dark baking chocolate?
Caraïbe 66% is the ideal chocolate for professional and amateur chocolatiers alike. It's perfect for coating chocolate bonbons! It also lends itself to frozen recipes: sorbets, frozen logs, entremets. Finally, pastry chefs love to use it in chocolate mousses, dark chocolate creams or ganaches.
Caraïbe 66%: a dark French baking chocolate
Caraïbe 66% is a couverture chocolate by Valrhona. Like all the brand's chocolates, it is made from cocoa beans grown in France. It's exactly in the Drôme region of France, in the workshops of the Tain l'Hermitage chocolate factory, that these gourmet feves are molded.
FAQs
FAQs
What does 66% cocoa mean in Caraïbe dark chocolate?
Caraïbe 66% contains 66% cocoa, which includes both cocoa solids and cocoa butter. This balance gives it a smoother, less bitter taste than higher-percentage chocolates like Guanaja 70%. With just the right amount of sugar, it’s approachable while still delivering the depth of premium dark chocolate.
Can Caraïbe 66% be eaten on its own?
While you can of course enjoy Caraïbe 66% straight from the fèves for its balanced cocoa taste, Valrhona also offers Caraïbe in bars and mini bars if you’re looking for chocolate specifically crafted for tasting and snacking.
What flavors pair well with Caraïbe 66% in recipes?
Caraïbe pairs beautifully with roasted nuts like pistachios, almonds, or hazelnuts. It also complements salted butter caramel, warm spices like cinnamon and star anise, or fresh accents like citrus zest and mint. These combinations enhance its natural woody and fruity notes.
Is Caraïbe 66% suitable for plant-based recipes?
Yes, Caraïbe 66% contains no dairy ingredients and is suitable for plant-based baking. It’s an excellent choice for vegan cakes, mousses, and truffles. If you are allergic, please note that it is processed in a facility handling milk.
Why is Caraïbe 66% popular among pastry chefs and home bakers?
Since its creation in 1988, Caraïbe has been prized for its balance and versatility. It combines beans from several origins for a warm, approachable flavor that works in a wide range of desserts. Its reliability in both taste and performance has made it a staple in professional kitchens and increasingly popular with passionate home bakers.
Ingredients & Allergens
May contain: nuts, soy.
14.0
Nutritional values
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Servings per container67.0
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Serving size4 pieces - 15g
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Calories per serving (Kcal)90.0
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Fat6.0
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Saturated fat3,5
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Trans fat0.0
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Cholesterol0.0
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Sodium0.0
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Total carbohydrates7.0
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Dietary fiber2.0
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Sugar5.0
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Added sugars5.0
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Protein1.0
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Vitamin D (mcg)0.0
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Calcium (mg)9.0
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Iron (mg)1.0
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Potassium (mg)85.0
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How to use
How to use
Optimal application: coating
Other applications: ice creams and sorbets, molding, bars, mousses, creamy desserts, and ganaches.
What to pair Caraibe 66% dark chocolate with?
Caraibe 66% pairs perfectly with: nuts, lemon zest, mint, spices, lemongrass, caramel.
Tempering curve for Caraibe 66%
Melting temperature: 113 - 131°F
Crystallization temperature: 82 - 84°F
Working temperature: 87 - 89°F
Store between 60-64°F






$81.99 USD
$81.99 USD