Cacao Powder Recipes, Benefits, & Why You Should Make the Switch from Cocoa | Lauren Vacula
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- Опубліковано 28 тра 2020
- What’s the difference between cacao and cocoa? And why is cacao so much healthier? In this video, I'm breaking down everything you need to know about cacao- the nutrition, benefits, how to use it, and if cacao is worth the price tag. If you're a chocolate lover, you're going to want to watch! :)
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Video index:
What cacao is: 0:52
Difference between cacao and cocoa powder: 1:40
Benefits of cacao: 2:18
How to find quality cacao: 3:27
Different cacao products: 3:57
Cacao Nibs: 4:02
Cacao Powder: 4:21
Cacao Butter: 4:34
How to use cacao: 4:44
Cacao Peanut Butter Smoothie: 5:40
Raw Cacao Energy Balls: 6:08
Cost of cacao: 6:45
Tips for using cacao: 7:06
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Do you have a fudgy brownie recipe using Cacao? Thanks!
Thank you for the video. I actually learned of cacao butter a few years ago, and bought the Navitas brand as your link. I actually would melt for a few seconds in the microwave and used as a skin moisturizer also put in my bullet proof coffee. Question: I could blend the nibs to a powder form right?
@@MsJanetLouise Hi Janet! I made a Fudgy Cacao Brownie recipe that you might love! You can check it out here: ua-cam.com/video/gtpry6nATE4/v-deo.html
It's funny because a few years ago I got into a full argument with a girl in my class over Cacao and Cocoa. She thought I was just pronouncing it wrong. This was full of great information and thank you for reminding me about that haha
Oh my gosh - no way! They are so freaking close though- I get it, lol. Happy to hear that this was helpful!
I'v been drinking cacao with green tea for the last 9 months, I changed my eating habits, and lost 65 lbs so far.
John- that is INCREDIBLE!!!!! Congratulations on your massive success. Here's to lots more health and happiness ahead! ✨
I enjoy adding Cacao to my coffee in the morning with vanilla almond milk and alittle stevia. Seriously so good!
Abbie- that is freaking genius! Chocolate coffee?! I'm trying this tomorrow, lol. Thank you!
I use cacao powder in my tea.
I grind some turmeric first, then I add cinnamon stick, add water and the cacao powder at the end. Let it boil. Once I serve myself in a mug I add honey. I swear by this tea. If ever I feel I’m even remotely getting the sniffles this takes it away😊
Oh my gosh- that cacao/cinnamon/turmeric combo sounds so interesting- but like it would be tasty?! I need to get into tea more. I feel like a hot ginger tea is so good this time of year! Thank you for watching 💕
I love how you break down all the benefits in the nutrients we eat. Very detailed and informative.
Thank you guys! Glad it was helpful. Cacao is a powerhouse! 🙌
Wait, I never knew the benefits of cacao! This was such an important + insightful video - thanks Lauren!
It's a little chocolate-y powerhouse!
My boyfriend always goes "Oh here we go" when someone asks me why I want cacao powder instead of cocoa 😂 I go on about it for ages and I never get bored talking about the benefits. I want to try incorporating cacao into vegan milkshakes and stuff, I'm gonna stalk your entire channel now and see if you have any more recipes 👀
Agh- that is amazing! I love how passionate you are- your boyfriend is lucky you are such a wealth of knowledge! 😁🙌 Cacao is so good in smoothies, milkshakes, anything really! 🍫I have a playlist of date-sweetened desserts, many of them are packed with cacao. hope this can be some good inspo 😋 ua-cam.com/video/4z8rvIfA1Js/v-deo.html
I’ve heard this being used so much lately but I’ve not ever known the benefits behind it! Dang never knew about the nutrition factor for them before! So nice that it can zen you out too! Oooh making your own chocolate, sounds so good!! Love the recipes you gave for the powder!! So many options!
Thank you Leya! ❤️ kinda crazy how much cacao packs a punch of nutrients compared to regular cocoa! also kinda crazy how awesome of an effect it can have on our mood. if you're interested in the choc bar recipe- ua-cam.com/video/uqO0r5Y4MBk/v-deo.html
This was SO helpful! I’ve always wondered the difference but never took the time to look it up.
Aw Heidi thank you for watching!! I'm so happy that it was helpful! My favorite brand is Navitas for the cacao btw- it's great!
Thank you for posting this video I loved your energy and how well you informed us about cacao powder without dragging the video extremely long.
Kristine, that is such a kind comment- thank you! I really appreciate you taking the time to leave it and to check out this video. So happy to hear it was helpful! ❤️
I'm definitely going to try the energy balls, they look so good! Thanks for sharing with us, very interesting and informative :D
Lena- that's awesome! Hope you like the balls. :) They're awesome for a midday snack!
This is really cool because I didn’t know the difference before! Thanks for describing that! I definitely wanna get more nutrients and glad I already have Cacao at home! Awesome recipes ☺️
Glad it was helpful! That is awesome that you have cacao at home already- it's so good to have on hand to throw into smoothies!
Super helpful! I had no idea that was the difference between cocao & cacao but that definitely helps make my decision moving forward. I have some on hand and can't wait to make the energy balls!
Glad it was helpful! And I can't wait to hear what you think about the balls! I hope you love them 😀
i am OBSESSED this cacao! so good. thank you for this informative video, lots of info i didn’t know! watched this as i ate my dark chocolate bar!
Agh- I love that, Diana! You are a girl after my heart chocolate-loving heart 😋🍫
Wow this was super helpful! I actually never knew the difference until now. I can finally answer now when other people ask me the same thing!
Happy to hear it was helpful! Thanks for stopping by :)
I didn't know the difference between cacao and cocoa. Thank you for the information and for the delicious recipe 😍
My pleasure 😊Hope it was helpful! 💙
Hey.! I had never known cacao had so much benefits. Thank you for sharing this with us. Worth watching. 😊❤️
It really is like a special plant gift- cacao is so tasty but also packed with so many benefits!
Lauren Vacula I can agree after watching this for sure.👍🏼
Ooooooo!!! I love the intro, my new favorite channel, heck yes!
Thanks for stopping by Samantha!!
When I saw u I was like this girl has got to have 1 million subscribers but then I looked down and u had 300 subs 😥😥 U SHOULD HAVE A MILLION SUBS ❤️❤️
Thanks for the kindness!! I appreciate it.
@@LaurenVacula np !
Awesome stuff! thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching!
Always interesting to learn new things about food. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching! 😀
cacao is so awesome!! i finally got some and it was so good, like omfg i cant believe something like this exists!
Right?!?! It is so incredible and even more mind blowing- it has so many health benefits!! Have you found a favorite way to use it?
Thank you for this video. I'd forgotten the health benefits of cacao. Me, I just mix 2 tablespoons with hot water and a 1/3 tsp of reishi mushroom powder every morning as an alternative to coffee. Oh, and I add a huge dollop of raw, organic honey!! Thanks for the delicious recipe ideas too.
Pam the reishi cacao mix is such an awesome idea for a caffeine sub!! And such a delicious way to drink a warm beverage in the morning. 😀 Thank you for watching! 💙
Love your energy!!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!
Your Channel is cooooool you deserve more likes and followers keep goin i will support you
You are the best Kamelia!! Thank you for the kindness- I really appreciate it!
Well, looks like I gotta get some cacao and eat it before bed now to have a good sleep, lol! Thanks for all of this wonderful information, I really didn't know the difference between cacao and cocoa. Now I know!! :)
Lol yes!!! It is perfect as a end of the day treat for some zen and bliss!! ✨
We stopped buying cocoa powder a few years ago when I learned the difference. I love anything with cacao...it's soo good...never knew about the zenning, lol next time I eat it, I'm going to look for that..the energy balls sound amazing, I love dates too.
Love that Lori! It's kind of the perfect zen treat- it's calming, feels blissful but also packed with healthy nutrients! 😀
You are electric! Great video on cacao thorough and touched every subject. Like and subbed.
Thank you so much!!! I really appreciate you stopping by and your kindess!
Thank for your explanation!!!! It was amazinnnggg
You're so welcome! Glad to hear it was helpful!
ThankYou for your energy and info.!!
You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!!
You have a wonderful smile! 💛 🙂 and a great channel! Thank you!
Thank you so much!
Just discovered cacao (only been vegan for 1 year) and was amazed by the energy boost it gave me, this video has been so helpful, I'm joining the Army and I just know that smoothie is gonna be a life saver. Thank you so much! 😁
Sam that makes me so happy to hear! It really is incredible how much energy it provides in such a gentle way too. Glad you are loving it! And hope you love the smoothie too 😀
@@LaurenVacula I've got a banana in the freezer haha 😁 Really pleased I came across your channel, im so excited to see your other recipes and ideas😀 I suspect some of the lads are gonna be wondering how they can't keep up with me and its thanks to you Lauren 😂
@@sammorgan20 Lol well thank you! Hope you like the recipes! They'll be your secret weapon! 😋
Hi Lauren just switched to cacao and I love it it's awesome
Hi Sara!! Agh that's awesome! It's so good. How do you usually use it?
thanks for giving me an idea !!!!!
Hi Lisa - of course!! Thanks for watching!
Very rarely do i hit the sub after just one video. This speaks wonders of you.
Thank you so much for the kind comment and for subscribing. I'm happy to hear you enjoyed the video!!
I love your style how you express youself. 👌 You are beautiful! And thanks for the recipes.👍 Liked and subscribed.
Oh my gosh- thanks so much! 😊 Thank you for the kind comment and for subscribing! Hope that the recipes can be helpful!
Great video! 👍☺️
Thank you Audrey!! Happy to hear it was helpful! 😀
I love chocolate so much! and I eat it daily:)
It's so good! Especially when it's packed with awesome nutrients for you!
I can’t wait to try the energy balls! Loved this video. It’s so helpful to not only see the recipes but to actually know more about the ingredient they’re based on ❤️
Frannie, I'm so happy to hear that! You are going to love the energy balls- they are quick and easy, and such a good work snack. :) Thank you for checking out the video!
Super useful 🍫
Glad to hear that Miguel! Thanks for watching!
I love raw cacao. I love to heat up a cup of water and add a teaspoon of raw cacao powder and stirr it to drink it. Love the medicinal benefits. Better than coffee
It is SO good. Literally so versatile too. Your drink sounds almost like a hot cocoa! So yummy.
I needed this because i dont know if cocoa coco are same thing
U got a new sub! 🌹🌹🌹🌟
Thanks for subbing and watching!! ❤️
Great job
Thanks!!
I will try yur recipees Thank You
You are most welcome! I hope you love them!!
Wow! I love your Cacao! I love you too Lauren...
Thank you for watching!
Hi! Does cacao powder really tastes sour instead of bitter? Because i bought organic cacao powder but i cant drink it hot bec it tastes so sour. Thanks! :)
Hi Liezel! I get more of a slight bitter note from cacao- kind of the same as a good dark chocolate. As long as the cacao you got hasn't expired, does it help to add a bit of sweetener like date or maple syrup? That might help with the flavor.
Thank u for the wonderful video....
In the smoothie what can I replace instead of peanut butter.... m allergic to peanut and dairy and gluten.....
Thank you for stopping by! Are you allergic to all nuts? If not- cashews would be great in this! Or, if you'd like to avoid nuts all together- you can use sunflower seed butter or coconut butter 😀
@@LaurenVacula wowowo that was super quick... all nuts I guess is a no no.... great will.look into other butters u suggested.... thanks much ...xxx
Hi what brand / model food processor did you use ?
Hi there! I like Cusinart- I've been using it for years and love it :) amzn.to/3Lzcj28
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Well your bubblyness has definitely give me a boost 💪👌🏻
Aw Gary, I love that. Thank you for your kindness!
I’m open for healthy options! I’m a chocolate fan, but I’m switching over to more healthy alternatives without sugars, and high fructose corn syrup . I’ve heard that cacao has more polyphenols than blueberries. Is it healthy to eat more than one tablespoon of cacao a day?
If you're a chocolate fan- you'll love cacao!
I put it in my coffee in the morning.
Chocolatey coffee - sounds amazing!!!
cool
Thanks!
Was hoping for practical video on how to make a “cup of Cacao“ to replace my cup of coffee.
Hi there! You can try this recipe with cacao and Dandy blend- it makes a great coffee substitute! instagram.com/reel/CSGAV4wDGos/
Does cacao powder have the fat removed from it?(and if so, should I be putting fat back into it?)
Yes- cacao powder doesn't have the fat (that can be found in cacao butter), but has the live enzymes intact. It depends what you're doing with the cacao powder- you don't need to replace the fat unless you're making something like a homemade chocolate- which, in that case, you can use cacao butter. Here's a video on how to do that: ua-cam.com/video/uqO0r5Y4MBk/v-deo.html
@@LaurenVacula I was making shakes with cacao powder, cayenne pepper, cinnamon and spring water, but after getting up to 6 ounces cacao powder and day my stomach started to hurt BADLY. I'm looking into cacao pods at this point(Miami Fruit), but haven't even been able to figure out of that stuff is organic or not.
Can we use cacao powder for Black Forest cake?
You absolutely can! 😀 You can substitute it 1 for 1 in your recipe.
Thank u so much Lauren
Hot knowledgeable girl...subbing and ordering Cacao now!
Thanks for stopping by and watching!!
Help for sugar?
Hi there! If you're prepping smoothies or cacao drinks and would like to sweeten it- I like to use a really pure stevia- just a few drops. :) Also- if you're looking to cut out refined sugar- I have a video all about that here: ua-cam.com/video/Ejb4dJgf0yQ/v-deo.html
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Which is better - cacao powder or cacao paste? I can buy cacao as a solid block and I think this what is called cacao paste.
Hi Allan! I use cacao powder on a daily basis- it's so versatile and you can use it in so many different ways. I use cacao butter usually only when I'm making chocolate at home, like this: ua-cam.com/video/uqO0r5Y4MBk/v-deo.html
Can you show us how to make Cacao Syrup
Hi Christina! Absolutely! :) You can combine the cacao with coconut oil, a little maple syrup and a dash of sea salt to make a really beautiful syrup that works well on nice cream. Is that the kind of sauce you were wondering about?
I can also do a blog pot on it if you'd be interested?
does it break a fast?
I'm not sure on that- but I would think it would.
You just need a smidge of this !
Depending on the recipe- it's a game changer!
Cacao helps for diabetes people?
Yes! Researchers have found links to the flavonoids in cacao helping to regulate Type II Diabetes. :) You can find more on this study here: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5745494/
my cacao tastes sandy
Hm- that is a bummer. What brand did you get?
Is there Caffeine in Cacao?
Hi there! Cacao beans do have caffeine but the amount is very small in comparison to a cup of coffee. Somewhere around 20mg per tbsp (compared to a drip coffee with 80-135mg per cup).
@@LaurenVacula I see thanks for answering. I've been caffeine-free for a few months now, tried cacao, and my heart starting racing. I looked at the bag and couldn't find anything on the label about caffeine... but then figured if dark chocolate has some, this might too.
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