The cocoa beans used to make Dutch-process cocoa powder are washed in an alkaline solution of potassium carbonate. This neutralizes the cocoa’s natural acidity, making it darker in color and ...

You’re at the store or scrolling through your favorite grocery app looking for ingredients for your favorite chocolate ...

Case in point: the cocoa powder you bought at the grocery store may not be exactly what your recipe requires. Does the recipe specify "natural" or "Dutch?" Beyond the different process by which ...

Can I use regular cocoa powder instead of Dutch cocoa powder when baking? We live in a rural area so don't have many choices in grocery stores. And is it possible to substitute powder for block ...