Tag Archives: chocolate

Cocoa vs Cacao. What’s the difference?

Posted on July 8, 2015 by April Graff

Besides a couple vowels, there are a few differences between cacao and cocoa. Cacao and cocoa are from the same plant, but processed differently. Cacao – Cacao is the purest form of chocolate you can consume. Raw cacao is made … Continue reading →

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Bittersweet Chocolate Truffle Cake: A Valentine’s Day Tradition

Posted on February 13, 2014 by April Graff

Calling all chocolate lovers! Get ready for the next best thing to heaven. My husband and I have been making this decadent treat on Valentine’s Day since the first year we were married. (ahhhhh…..) We have always enjoyed cooking together … Continue reading →

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The Lone Survivor: Homemade Brownies

Posted on January 23, 2014 by April Graff

It’s no secret, it gets cold, snowy and windy in Minnesota in the winter. And it seems that with the cold weather, heavy, rich foods just sound SO good! For the most part, I do a good job of sticking … Continue reading →

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