Cocoa powder

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Common questions

Is Cocoa powder healthy?

Cocoa powder scores 80/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This cocoa powder is a processed culinary ingredient with minimal processing, which maintains its nutritional benefits such as high fiber and protein content.

How processed is Cocoa powder?

Cocoa powder is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

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Cocoa powder

H-E-B Organics
80 Good

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by H-E-B
Category Chocolate
Summary

This cocoa powder is a processed culinary ingredient with minimal processing, which maintains its nutritional benefits such as high fiber and protein content. The use of organic cocoa powder processed with alkali enhances its flavor and solubility without introducing harmful additives. Its clean ingredient list and organic certification contribute positively to its health profile.

Key ingredients 1

Organic cocoa powder (processed with alkali)
Neutral

Cocoa powder is a natural product derived from cocoa beans, providing antioxidants and a rich flavor. The alkali processing, known as Dutch processing, reduces acidity and enhances color but may decrease some antioxidant levels. Being organic, it avoids synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, which is a positive aspect.

Risks

Alkali processing may reduce the antioxidant content compared to non-alkalized cocoa powder.

Benefits

Cocoa powder is rich in flavonoids, which are beneficial for heart health and may improve blood flow.

Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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