Chocolate Ingredients

Barry Callebaut Group launches Focus for Growth

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:25:00 -0400

The plan aims to strengthen the brand's fundamentals and position as a value-added, end-to-end chocolate and cocoa solutions provider.

Barry Callebaut expands its compound portfolio

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:35:00 -0400

The confectionery company is introducing two innovations, Cacao Max and ChoViva, its first non-cocoa chocolate experience.

Barry Callebaut debuts innovation center in Singapore

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 08:06:00 -0500

This milestone highlights the company’s commitment to accelerating innovation and transformation across the confectionery industry, it says.

OFI releases single origin cocoa liquor range

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:52:00 -0500

Shaped by distinct terroirs and tailored fermentation, the new range showcases innovation across every step of the bean‑to‑bar journey, the confectionery supplier says.

Sephra offers economical 50/50 chocolate blend

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 15:56:24 -0400

An affordable alternative to pure couverture chocolate, the blend consists of 50% Belgian couverture chocolate and 50% compound chocolate, and is available in milk, dark, and white varieties.

Nestlé develops new cocoa processing method

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 15:36:37 -0400

Nestlé has unveiled a patented technique that uses more of the cocoa fruit in chocolate production, aiming to reduce waste and improve yield for farmers.

OSF Flavors launches Angel Hair Chocolate ingredient

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 16:40:00 -0400

The chocolate is an example of how social media virality is reshaping flavor innovation.

FloZein Products acquires line of confectionery coatings

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 13:45:00 -0500

FloZein Products, purveyor of specialty plant-based coatings, has acquired the MasterCoatline of confectionery glazes and polishes from LBB Specialties.

Vegan chocolate makes no compromises

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 10:35:00 -0400

Alternative vegan raw materials can be processed with WDS confectionery machines.

ofi reveals sweet treats, trends winning hearts this Valentine’s Day

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 13:20:00 -0500

Madeline Bills, cocoa innovation manager, ofi, offers some insight into the sweet treats and the trends that are predicted to be popular during Valentine's Day this year.

WNWN cocoa-free chocolate goes wholesale worldwide

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 12:50:00 -0500

WNWN Food Labs announced wholesale packs of its dark and plant-based m•lk choc to supply bakeries, restaurant/foodservice, confectionery groups, and CPG/FMCG companies worldwide.

Flavorchem tunes into top chocolate flavor trends for latest collection

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 14:20:00 -0400

Chocolate continues to lead the food and beverage industry as the top flavor found in global food and drink launches, appearing in over 12,000 launches this year.

Barry Callebaut introduces Callebaut NXT and SICAO Zero in Mexico

Wed, 31 May 2023 12:15:00 -0400

The company is targeting millennials and Gen Z through dairy-free, low-sugar, and environmentally-friendly chocolates.

Butter Buds' Milk Buds Plus: Concentrated dairy helps mimic American-style chocolate

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 10:45:00 -0400

Milk Buds Plus serves up dairy taste, delivering a fatty mouthfeel and flavor masking, ideal for a variety of confectionery products and more.

Scharffen Berger expands chocolate portfolio offerings

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 13:16:00 -0500

Craft chocolate maker expands offerings featuring on-trend ingredients including Oat Milk, Coconut Sugar, Maple Sugar, Dried Cherries, Almonds, Coffee, Toffee, Sea Salt, and more

Barry Callebaut establishes FDA qualified health claim regarding high-flavanol cocoa powder

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 17:45:00 -0500

Barry Callebaut is the first cocoa and chocolate company to establish a qualified health claim with the FDA stating that high-flavanol cocoa powder may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Barry Callebaut reveals chocolate trends for 2023 and beyond

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 09:35:00 -0500

Barry Callebaut says that 2023 trends will include Intense Indulgence, Mindful Indulgence, and Healthy Indulgence.

Luker Chocolate obtains majority stake in Lyra Group

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 13:00:00 -0400

This partnership will strengthen Luker’s product capabilities and increase flexibility in logistics for European clients.

Barry Callebaut focuses on flavor with ‘second generation of chocolate’

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 13:37:34 -0400

The Swiss manufacturer has introduced two products developed under the Cocoa Cultivation & Craft principle, which aims to coax out the nuances of flavor during the cultivation, fermentation and roasting processes.

Belcolade debuts So'Choc Cacao-Trace chocolate

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0400

So’Choc combines fermented, sustainably sourced cocoa and fermented buckwheat.

TCHO debuts plant-based professional baking chocolates

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 18:00:00 -0400

TCHO sought input from chefs and baking professionals while developing its plant-based chocolates.

GoodSam Foods expands lineup of regenerative products

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0400

GoodSam Foods is launching products including brazil nuts, pecans, additional coffee SKUs, and white chocolate chips.

Mars Wrigley touts progress on cocoa sustainability in 2021 Cocoa for Generations report

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 11:35:00 -0400

Mars Wrigley has published its Cocoa for Generations progress report, detailing the company’s advancement toward an inclusive, sustainable and traceable cocoa supply chain.

Ghirardelli introduces non-dairy dark chocolate baking chips

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 09:39:00 -0400

Made with 52% cacao using sustainably sourced cocoa beans, Ghirardelli’s Non-Dairy Dark Chocolate Baking Chips bring a balanced, dark chocolate flavor to any recipe.

Barry Callebaut tops Sustainalytics ranking for ESG risk management

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 11:50:00 -0400

This is the fourth year Barry Callebaut has been recognized for its management of environmental, social and governance (ESG) risks in its supply chain.

Luker Chocolate introduces Caramelo 33% couverture

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 07:21:00 -0400

Crafted at origin, the couverture combines Luker’s signature Cacao Fino de Aroma with one of the most popular confectionery flavors in the world.

NCA, As You Sow release report on cadmium, lead reduction in cocoa and chocolate

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 09:37:00 -0400

Led by a four-person, multidisciplinary committee, the investigation was funded through a California Proposition 65 settlement reached between As You Sow and 32 members of the confectionery industry in 2018.

Global chocolate market to reach $160B by 2027

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 08:30:00 -0400

MarketsandMarkets pointed to consumers’ interest in prioritizing their health as a factor in driving demand for dark chocolate with higher cocoa content.

Cacao Barry, Mona Lisa name Chef Romain Cornu as fine dining global brand ambassador

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 15:50:00 -0400

Cornu, global corporate pastry chef for the TAO Group, has been involved with high-end restaurants and hotels in the Middle East, France and the U.S.

Barry Callebaut selects Ontario for specialty chocolate factory

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 12:10:00 -0400

The plant will focus on sugar-free, high protein and other specialty chocolate products.