Experience the true essence of chocolate by making your own raw chocolate from real cacao beans. This recipe will take you on a delightful journey of creating a decadent treat with just a few simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw cacao beans
- 1 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Directions
- Roast the cacao beans in the oven at 300°F for 10 minutes.
- Let the beans cool, then remove the skins.
- Grind the beans in a food processor until you get a smooth paste.
- Melt the coconut oil in a saucepan over low heat.
- Add the ground cacao beans, coconut sugar, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the melted coconut oil.
- Stir the mixture constantly until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a lined baking dish and let it set in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Once set, cut the chocolate into small pieces and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Cacao beans are rich in antioxidants, making this dark chocolate a healthier option.
Coconut sugar is a natural sweetener with a lower glycemic index than refined sugar.