SWEET or DARK CHOCOLATE

A general term for chocolates containing 15% to 35% chocolate liquor and less than 12% milk solids. Straight from the grinding mill with ingredients like cocoa butter, sugar and vanilla added to make it palatable.
     It has a deep to moderate chocolate flavor, ranging from fruity to earthy, with minimal dairy or milk flavor.
     Bean blend determines flavor more than milk ingredients. 

Dark chocolate is used for chocolate chips; candy bars; coatings for fondants, nuts or other sweet centers; bakery items such as cookies.
National Confectioners Association & Chocolate Manufacturers Association
 

 

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