Callebaut Powders: designed for performance
Cocoa Powders for Every Application
Precision roasting, specific pH levels, and tailored fat contents for total creative control.
Callebaut powders are crafted for chefs who demand both flavour impact and technical consistency. Whether you need the deep, reddish-brown hue of a classic Dutch-processed cocoa or the intense, charcoal-black finish of a specialty powder, our range delivers. Expert roasting unlocks full-bodied taste, while precision alkalisation ensures stability in pH and colour. From the effortless solubility of our Selection range to the refined sensory profiles of our Signature collection, we provide the tools to elevate your cakes, glazes, ice creams, and beverages.
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Delivering smooth cocoa taste and effortless solubilitySelection powders
Reliable. Balanced. Versatile -
Delivering intensity and refined sensory profilesSignature Powders
Bold Flavour. Pure Expression.
The Selection Collection: Reliability Meets Richness
Designed for the demanding pace of professional kitchens, the Selection range offers effortless solubility and a smooth, consistent cocoa taste. These are your essential "workhorse" powders that guarantee perfect results in texture and colour every time.
- Botanical Experience Extra Brute: The legend of professional kitchens. Famous for its vibrant reddish-brown hue and pure, focused cocoa character. Ideal for consistent coloring and flavoring in everything from doughs to glazes.
- Zestina Experience Plein Arôme: A 22-24% high-fat cocoa powder that evokes the warmth of home baking. With a pH of 6.8-7.2, it balances deep roasted notes with a hint of fruity brightness. Perfect for creating rich, round textures in baked goods.
- Velvet Experience Full Body: True to its name, this powder offers a structured, round mouthfeel and a deep dark red colour. Intense and versatile, it adds "soul" to brownies and sponges.
The Signature Collection: Intensity & Innovation
When your creation demands a specific technical edge or a striking visual statement, the Signature collection delivers. These powders are crafted for high-concept pastry, dietary-specific recipes, and sensory masterpieces.
- Botanical Experience Noir Intense: The definitive choice for black cocoa. With a deep, glossy charcoal colour and reduced fat (10-12%), it brings sophisticated luxury and notes of dark coffee and sesame. Perfect for creating visual contrast and "Oreo-style" aesthetics.
- Velvet Experience Légère 1%: A technical masterpiece for modern nutrition. With less than 1% cocoa butter, this defatted powder allows for 20% better volume in aerated bakery and minimizes fat bloom. Ideal for meringues, macarons, and low-calorie sports nutrition.
At a glance
| Feature | The Selection Collection | The Signature Collection |
| Best for | Daily versatility, reliability, and smooth flavor. | Specific technical needs, intense color, and bold flavor profiles. |
| Key Characteristics | Effortless solubility, balanced acidity, warm colors. | Extreme colors (Deep Black/Red), specific fat contents (High or Defatted). |
| Ideal Applications | Sponges, brownies, chocolate drinks, sauces. | Low-calorie nutrition, aerated bakery, dark visual statements. |
| Star Products | Extra Brute, Plein Arôme, Velvet Full Body. | Noir Intense, Légère 1%. |
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