Cacao Nibs, Organic

Cacao Benefits

The most important thing is a healthy, varied, and balanced diet. Cocoa can be beneficial thanks to its natural compounds.

The antioxidants, especially epicatechin and catechin, help protect the body by fighting harmful molecules and reducing inflammation.

These compounds also support heart health by relaxing blood vessels, which can lower blood pressure.

Additionally, epicatechin can improve brain function by increasing blood flow, which may boost memory and mental clarity.

Cocoa can be a healthy addition to your diet when enjoyed in moderation.

How to Use Caco Nibs

Often used as a topping for desserts, mixed into baked goods, or added to smoothies and trail mixes, cacao nibs provide a delightful, textured chocolate experience.  Add to oatmeal or quinoa porridge, puddings, fruit or açai bowls, ice creams, yogurts, or simply enjoy as a healthy snack.

Recipe Idea: Dehydrated Energy bars

• 1 cup almonds
• 1 cup rolled oats
• ½ cup Orgánica Superfoods dates
• ¼ cup Orgánica Superfoods cacao nibs
• 4 tablespoons plant-based milk

1. Blend the almonds and oats in a food processor until they reach a flour-like consistency or slightly coarser.
2. Process the dates until they are in smaller pieces.
3. Add the almond-oat mixture and plant-based milk to the dates. Mix until a homogeneous mixture is achieved.
4. Spread the mixture on baking paper on a dehydrator tray and dehydrate at 40ºC for 3 hours or until the mixture is firm.
5. Flip and dehydrate for an additional 30 minutes.
6. Let cool and cut into bars.