Cocoa Powder
Cocoa powder is a finely ground powder made from cocoa beans that have been fermented, dried, roasted, and cracked. It is commonly used in baking and cooking to add rich chocolate flavor to various recipes. Cocoa powder comes in two main varieties: natural cocoa powder, which is acidic and has a lighter color and more intense flavor, and Dutch-processed cocoa powder, which has been treated with an alkaline solution to reduce acidity and create a smoother, milder flavor. Cocoa powder is also a popular ingredient in hot chocolate drinks and chocolate desserts.