Defatted Cacao
Cacao powder with reduced fat content while maintaining chocolate flavor, often used in low-fat formulations
Flavoring Agent
Natural Flavor
Research: Moderate
Scientific Name
Defatted cacao powder
Classifications
Fat_content:
reduced
Processing:
fat-extraction
Source:
cacao-beans
Type:
processed-cacao
Benefits
- Provides natural chocolate flavor
- Rich in antioxidants and flavonoids
- Enhances palatability of supplements
- Contains beneficial plant compounds
Specific Properties
- Lower fat content (10-12% vs 20-24% in regular cacao)
- Concentrated chocolate flavor
- Reduced caloric density
- Enhanced protein concentration
- Longer shelf life
Safety Notes
Generally recognized as safe (GRAS). May contain trace amounts of caffeine. Individuals with cacao allergies should avoid. Some processing methods may reduce flavonoid content.
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About Cacao
Derived from cacao beans (Theobroma cacao), cacao provides rich chocolate flavor and beneficial compounds including flavonoids and antioxidants used in supplement formulations
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Defatted Cacao Powder
Low-fat cacao powder for reduced-calorie supplement formulations