Dutch—processed cocoa powder is made from cocoa beans that have been washed with a potassium solution, to neutralize their acidity, and then pulverized into a fine powder. The process of making cocoa powder Dutch makes it darker, and can help mellow the flavor of the beans. Because Dutch cocoa has been neutralized, it will not react with baking soda in recipes. So be sure that the recipe is interchangeable for Dutch Cocoa Powder. Health benefits of Dutch Cocoa Powder is that cocoa powder has been helpful towards cardiovascular; this is because of the flavonoids, which can help with circulation. Flavonoids also have anti—oxidants which can defend your body from free—radicals, which can damage your cells. Our extra dark cocoa does not contain preservatives, hydrogenated fats, animal fat, cholesterol or gluten. This Cocoa is processed with low heat. Deep reddish brown in color, it's regarded as the finest imported cocoa powder.
