The Big Guide to Chocolate - Epicurious

Embark on a comprehensive exploration of over 15 types of chocolate with professional chef Adrienne Cheatham in this informative 22-minute video. Delve into the complex world of chocolate, starting from cacao beans and nibs, and progressing through various chocolate types including unsweetened, milk, semisweet, German's, dark, and Mexican table chocolate. Learn about specialized chocolates like modeling and couverture, and discover the differences between natural, Dutch-process, black, and sweet cocoa powders. Gain insights into chocolate-making processes, tempering techniques, and how to address issues like fat bloom. Whether you're a home baker or aspiring chocolatier, acquire valuable knowledge to enhance your culinary skills and make informed choices when working with chocolate in the kitchen.

There Are Over 15 Types Of Chocolate

Cacao Beans

Cacao Nibs

A Brief Note On Making Chocolate

Unsweetened Chocolate

Milk Chocolate

Semisweet Chocolate

German’s Chocolate

Dark Chocolate

A Brief Note On Fat Bloom

Mexican Table Chocolate

Modeling Chocolate

Couverture Chocolate

A Brief Note On Tempering

White Chocolate

Ruby Chocolate

Natural Cocoa Powder

Dutch-Process Cocoa Powder

Black Cocoa Powder

Sweet Cocoa Powder

Go forth, Cocoa Connoisseurs