Ingredient
Lowfat Cocoa Powder
What is Lowfat Cocoa Powder?
Lowfat cocoa powder is made by removing most of the cocoa butter from chocolate liquor and then drying and grinding what remains into a powder. It retains the chocolate flavor but with less fat content compared to regular cocoa powder.
It is used in many chocolate-flavored products to provide taste and color while reducing the overall fat content. Cocoa is rich in flavonoids, which have been studied for potential health benefits, although the processing to create lowfat cocoa powder can reduce these beneficial compounds.
When you see lowfat cocoa powder on a label, it indicates the product might be aiming to lower fat content while still offering a chocolate taste. Always check additional ingredients in chocolate-flavored products if you're concerned about sugar or other additives.
Commonly found in: chocolate drinks, baked goods, desserts, ice cream, smoothies
Benefits
- Contains antioxidants such as flavonoids, which may benefit heart health.
Lowfat cocoa powder is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in foods.
While cocoa has potential health benefits due to flavonoids, processing can reduce these compounds.
Lowfat cocoa powder is plant-derived and suitable for a vegan diet.
Sources: Cocoa and Chocolate Overview
Scout's take
Cocoa solids with most of the fat removed, used for flavoring fillings.
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