Delicious, versatile, and bursting with the rich flavor of chocolate, these crunchy nibs from Valrhona are a must-have addition to any kitchen. An all-natural ingredient, our cocoa nibs add phenomenal flavor and texture to your culinary creations. Substitute for chocolate chips or nuts in recipes you already love; sprinkle over ice cream, cereals, or your morning bowl of oats for a big dose of chocolatey flavor. Incorporate into batters, doughs, salads, trail mix, or brittle, and don't forget your savory dishes. Chocolate comes in many forms but one of our personal favorites is the nib!
Every part of the cocoa bean has something special to offer. Starting with premium cocoa beans, Valrhona skins and roasts them to enhance their delightful flavor, then crushes them into nibs, also known as grue de cacao. These delightful chunks of cocoa are crunchy in texture with a rich nutty flavor. Never combined with any other ingredients, the nibs boast rich flavor. Bitter, intense, and nutty, they’re great in dessert, but also do well in a range of savory applications. Perfect for adding textural interest and flavor famous chefs like Thomas Keller, Joel Robuchon, and Wolfgang Puck all love utilizing the singularly unique and delicious characteristics of cocoa nibs, and the brand they all unanimously choose is Valrhona.
Valrhona has been at the forefront of the chocolate community for almost a century and remains the benchmark for premium-grade chocolate products. Thanks to their dedication to providing new cutting-edge products and techniques for professionals within the hospitality community, they’re the unanimous favorite of some of the world's leading chefs and pastry creatives. For high-quality chocolate in all its forms, look to Valrhona chocolate available right here at Gourmet Food Store.