deZaan introduces non-alkalized cocoa powder

UNIQUE technology allows deZaan to produce the clean label ingredient TRUEDARK, a non-alkalized cocoa powder that delivers the same rich brown color and flavor intensities of alkalized cocoa powders. These features make TRUEDARK suitable for recipes where natural cocoa powder may not work in terms of color and flavor.

With deZaan’s product, food manufacturers can meet clean label trends by presenting familiar and identifiable ingredients with the ability to label in the United States TRUEDARK as cocoa, rather than cocoa processed with alkali.

“As a result of deZaan’s innovative history and century of expertise, TRUEDARK brings unequaled added value to the market,” said Rinus Heemskerk, ADM Cocoa/deZaan Global Innovation Director. “TRUEDARK allows food manufacturers to simplify labels and improve the physical characteristics of products containing natural cocoa powder. It also performs exceptionally well in ice cream, confectionery, bakery, cookie and chocolate flavored dessert applications.”