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product_id: 15041592
title: "Black Cocoa Powder for Baking (1 lb) – Dutch Processed Dark Cocoa Powder, Alkalized, Unsweetened Chocolate Flavor | Natural Food Coloring Substitute | Vegan, Gluten & Sugar-Free, Keto Friendly"
brand: "the cocoa trader"
price: "€ 47.50"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "The Cocoa Trader"
url: https://www.desertcart.it/products/15041592-black-cocoa-powder-for-baking-1-lb-dutch-processed-dark
store_origin: IT
region: Italy
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# True midnight black color Instantly dissolves in hot liquids Dutch-processed alkalized for smoothness Black Cocoa Powder for Baking (1 lb) – Dutch Processed Dark Cocoa Powder, Alkalized, Unsweetened Chocolate Flavor | Natural Food Coloring Substitute | Vegan, Gluten & Sugar-Free, Keto Friendly

**Brand:** the cocoa trader
**Price:** € 47.50
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌑 Elevate your desserts to midnight luxury—bake bold, bake black!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Black Cocoa Powder for Baking (1 lb) – Dutch Processed Dark Cocoa Powder, Alkalized, Unsweetened Chocolate Flavor | Natural Food Coloring Substitute | Vegan, Gluten & Sugar-Free, Keto Friendly by the cocoa trader
- **How much does it cost?** € 47.50 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.it](https://www.desertcart.it/products/15041592-black-cocoa-powder-for-baking-1-lb-dutch-processed-dark)

## Best For

- the cocoa trader enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted the cocoa trader brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Effortless Culinary Magic:** Dissolves instantly for quick, flawless incorporation into cakes, frostings, and beverages.
- • **Clean & Conscious Indulgence:** 100% vegan, gluten-free, sugar-free, and keto-friendly—guilt-free baking elevated.
- • **Unmatched Midnight Black Hue:** Achieve bold, dramatic desserts with a natural, intense black color—no artificial dyes needed.
- • **Premium Quality You Can Trust:** Crafted from authentic cacao beans by The Cocoa Trader, a top-ranked baking essential.
- • **Velvety Smooth, Deep Chocolate Flavor:** Dutch-processed alkalization neutralizes bitterness for a rich, authentic cacao experience.

## Overview

The Cocoa Trader’s Black Cocoa Powder is a 1 lb Dutch-processed, alkalized, unsweetened cocoa that delivers an intense black color and smooth, rich chocolate flavor. Perfect as a natural food coloring substitute, it’s vegan, gluten-free, sugar-free, and keto-friendly, dissolving instantly for effortless use in baking and beverages. Highly rated and favored by passionate bakers, it transforms ordinary recipes into striking, gourmet creations.

## Description

desertcart.com : Black Cocoa Powder for Baking (1 lb) – Dutch Processed Dark Cocoa Powder, Alkalized, Unsweetened Chocolate Flavor | Natural Food Coloring Substitute | Vegan, Gluten & Sugar-Free, Keto Friendly : Grocery & Gourmet Food

Review: Truly black & tastes like Oreo cookies! - This cocoa powder is the best! It will help you achieve black buttercream without needing food coloring. And it makes the frosting taste like an Oreo cookie. I tried another brand prior to this one and it was only dark brown even though it claimed to be black. This brand is truly black. And it’s a huge bag too! I love it!
Review: OUTSTANDING TRUE BLACK COCOA!!! - I am an avid baker who has been baking for over half a century. My husband loves dark chocolate, so I love to soothe his sweet tooth...lol. The Cocoa Trader got several good reviews so I thought I would give it a whirl. I stumbled across a truly decadent Midnight Black Chocolate cake recipe with Black buttercream frosting. The recipe itself was in need of tweaking only where volume is concerned. The taste, moistness, color & flavor was spot on!!! Many people were complaining about being able to achieve a truly black chocolate cake & frosting. The Cocoa Trader came through with flying colors!!! The frosting needed to be tweaked for volume & a little tweaking for the black color, but again, it passed mustard! I am truly happy with my purchase & although this product is pricy it's worth it's weight in gold. I highly recommend buying this product. You won't regret it.

## Features

- [Darkest Black Natural Coloring Agent] Enhance your chocolate cakes, cookies, hot chocolate, smoothies, and other sweet treats with THE COCOA TRADER intensely dark cocoa powder. This natural coloring agent gives your creations a rich, deep black hue—perfect for bold, dramatic desserts! Plus, it's 100% vegan and gluten-free!
- [Alkalized for a Deep, Rich Flavor] Made from 100% authentic cacao beans, our black cocoa powder undergoes Dutch processing (alkalization) to deliver a smoother, less bitter taste—free from artificial flavors or preservatives!
- [Sugar-Free Dark Cocoa Powder] Enjoy your favorite treats guilt-free with our unsweetened cacao powder! This European-style cocoa undergoes alkalization to neutralize its pH, transforming its natural brown hue into an intense, deep black color—perfect for rich, bold desserts.
- [Ready to Use] Our Dutch-processed cocoa powder dissolves instantly in hot liquids, making it effortless to use whenever you need it. Perfect for whipping up rich, chocolatey treats for friends and family in no time!
- [High Quality] We’re passionate about premium cocoa powder—and it shows! At The Cocoa Trader, we work hard to bring you the finest Dutch-processed cocoa on Earth. So why wait? Elevate your baking with our Black Dutched Cocoa Powder today! Experience the deep, velvety richness of our Black Dutched Cocoa Powder—crafted for bold flavor, striking color, and uncompromising quality in every scoop!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | B00K89SKKK |
| Best Sellers Rank | #8,099 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #22 in Baking Cocoa |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (6,549) |
| Manufacturer  | The Cocoa Trader |
| Product Dimensions  | 2.62 x 6.81 x 10.77 inches; 1 Pounds |
| UPC  | 703610139695 |
| Units  | 16 Ounce |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** The Cocoa Trader
- **Flavor:** Black
- **Item Form:** Powder
- **Item Weight:** 16 ounces
- **Specialty:** Alkalized, Unsweetened, Dutch Processed, Extra Dark, Black, Plant Based, Vegan, Vegetarian

## Images

![Black Cocoa Powder for Baking (1 lb) – Dutch Processed Dark Cocoa Powder, Alkalized, Unsweetened Chocolate Flavor | Natural Food Coloring Substitute | Vegan, Gluten & Sugar-Free, Keto Friendly - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81rhB7iCYfL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Flavor** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Should I be using this product to enhance the flavor of my brown cocoa powder, or would an espresso powder work better?**
A: According to the product packaging itself: "It is not typically used for flavor.  Use brown cocoa instead"  Is printed directly on the package, under the nutrition info.  (See product image #6 above.)  It gave my cookies a taste somewhere between "burnt" and "too much baking soda".  Quite dark, though!

**Q: Can you mix this with regular natural cocoa for example 1/4 dutch process with 1/4 cup natural cocoa?**
A: You can, butbfor me, it's way too dark. I just made coffee that way and have icecream going. I'm hoping I didn't waste my ingredients. Next time, I'll be trying a ratio somewhere around 1/8 dark, maybe 1/8 cocao butter, and 6/8 natural chocolate. I'll be eyeballing it in 1/4 cup measuring cups though. Hope this helps someone.

**Q: my recipe calls for dutch processed cocoa will this be to strong?  should I mix a teaspoon of regular cocoa?**
A: Black cocoa is not stronger, it's just darker colored. It also has a slightly different flavor, than cocoa that is lighter colored—but the difference is subtle and it's a good flavor. I don't think there will be any problem. Dutch Processed cocoa is less acid than "natural" cocoa. Both are good, it just depends on what you want. Recipes with Natural Cocoa often add a bit of baking soda to counteract the acidity. This is not necessary if you use Dutch Processed Cocoa.

**Q: Does anyone else's bag have a sticker that says "NOT to be used as a flavor agent...use only to add dark color to bake goods..."?**
A: Mine has that statement but is not a sticker - it is part of the print on the package.  It says that for flavor to "use brown cocoa instead", which seems to strange to me and unexpected.  This make me think that I should return it but perhaps I should try it anyway since many have said that it does have a good flavor (?)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Truly black & tastes like Oreo cookies!
*by D***2 on January 26, 2026*

This cocoa powder is the best! It will help you achieve black buttercream without needing food coloring. And it makes the frosting taste like an Oreo cookie. I tried another brand prior to this one and it was only dark brown even though it claimed to be black. This brand is truly black. And it’s a huge bag too! I love it!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ OUTSTANDING TRUE BLACK COCOA!!!
*by L***D on September 6, 2025*

I am an avid baker who has been baking for over half a century. My husband loves dark chocolate, so I love to soothe his sweet tooth...lol. The Cocoa Trader got several good reviews so I thought I would give it a whirl. I stumbled across a truly decadent Midnight Black Chocolate cake recipe with Black buttercream frosting. The recipe itself was in need of tweaking only where volume is concerned. The taste, moistness, color & flavor was spot on!!! Many people were complaining about being able to achieve a truly black chocolate cake & frosting. The Cocoa Trader came through with flying colors!!! The frosting needed to be tweaked for volume & a little tweaking for the black color, but again, it passed mustard! I am truly happy with my purchase & although this product is pricy it's worth it's weight in gold. I highly recommend buying this product. You won't regret it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product
*by M***E on October 28, 2025*

First time purchasing the black cocoa powder and worked great. Gave me the black icing I was wanting and it tasted good also. Thank you!

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*Product available on Desertcart Italy*
*Store origin: IT*
*Last updated: 2026-03-07*