Is chocolate a candy?

By definition, chocolate is a type of food made from ground roasted cacao beans, which are actually technically seeds. However, because of the sugar content in many chocolate products, chocolate is often considered a candy.

How is chocolate made?

First, cacao beans are collected and fermented. Once fermented, the beans are referred to as cocoa. Then the beans are dried and cleaned before being roasted and milled into chocolate liquor. Finally, the chocolate liquor is mixed with other ingredients like milk and sugar to produce what we think of as chocolate.

What is the difference between a truffle and a chocolate?

Chocolate truffles are a type of chocolate confection made from chocolate and cream. These chocolate treats often have a chocolate ganache filling with a tempered chocolate exterior.

What is the difference between chocolate and milk chocolate?

The word “chocolate” encompasses both milk chocolate and dark chocolate. Milk chocolate is made from cacao, milk and sugar, while dark chocolate does not contain any added milk or milk solids. In general, dark chocolate is less sweet and more bitter than milk chocolate.

Is dark chocolate good for you?

Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants and contains soluble fiber. Some studies have shown that it can lower the risk of heart disease.

How can I get chocolate out of clothes?

First, remove any excess chocolate from the garment with a spoon or butter knife. Then, rub laundry detergent into the stain and let it sit for several minutes. Next, soak the garment in cold water for up to 30 minutes to remove chocolate stains. If the stain is still visible, repeat these steps until it is diminished. Finally, wash the garment according to the instructions on the care tag.

Is white chocolate actually chocolate?

White chocolate is made from cocoa butter, milk solids, sugar and vanilla. According to the FDA, chocolate must contain at least 10% cacao mass; therefore, white chocolate isn’t technically chocolate.

Are chocolate candies a good gift?

When it comes to candy gifts, chocolate is an excellent choice, and Chocolate Pizza Company® offers gourmet gifts that fit a variety of budgets. From our salty-sweet Peanut Butter Wings® to our decadent Chocolate Pizza®, our confections appeal to a range of tastes. They make wonderful birthday gifts, anniversary gifts, sympathy gifts, Christmas gifts and much more.

How can I send chocolate as a gift?

Chocolate Pizza Company® offers chocolate gift baskets for every occasion, as well as our signature Chocolate Pizza®. You can even shop by holiday to find the perfect Christmas chocolate gift or Valentine’s Day gift for him or her. Simply shop our store online and place an order to be sent as a gift to your intended recipient.

Does chocolate go bad?

Chocolate’s shelf life is dependent on several factors, including the environment in which the chocolate is kept and additives to the chocolate. Perishable fillings and additives in chocolate candies, including caramel, preserves and other wet fillings, may have a shorter shelf life than the chocolate itself. When properly stored, dark chocolate without additives can last up to two years, and milk chocolate can last up to a year. Chocolate’s shelf life is decreased when exposed to moisture or high heat.

Is chocolate gluten free?

Chocolate is naturally gluten free. However, chocolate can be contaminated by shared equipment or additives containing gluten.

Is chocolate vegan?

Because chocolate is made from cacao beans which grow on trees, chocolate can be vegan. However, chocolate that contains milk or milk solids is not vegan.

Is chocolate a fruit or a nut?

Chocolate is made from cacao beans. Technically, these are not beans or nuts, but the seeds that grow inside cacao pods, the fruit of the Theobroma cacao tree.

What does giving chocolates mean?

The gift of chocolate carries connotations of love, passion and affection. Historically, chocolate has been given as a romantic gift, possibly because of the joy-enhancing natural chemicals found in chocolate. A Chocolate Pizza® is a unique candy gift idea that takes gourmet chocolate to a whole new level, with its base of premium chocolate blended with homemade English toffee.

Can chocolate affect your mood?

According to research, chocolate may help increase your brain’s production of endorphins and temporarily boost your mood.