Valrhona Grue Cocoa Nibs

Cocoa nibs are the soul of chocolate — the roasted, crushed cocoa bean before sugar, milk, or cocoa butter transforms it into something smoother. Valrhona's Grué de Cacao are crafted from the same exceptional beans that go into their celebrated couverture range, roasted to bring out their full depth and complexity before being broken into small, irregular pieces of pure, unadulterated cacao.

The flavour is intensely bitter and deeply roasted, with an earthy, complex cocoa character and a satisfying, crunchy texture that holds up beautifully in both hot and cold applications. They are one of the most versatile and impactful ingredients a pastry kitchen can have — adding texture, flavour depth, and a professional finish to an enormous range of creations.

Flavour Profile

Intensely roasted cocoa · Earthy & complex · Bitter · Satisfying crunch

Best Used For

• Chocolate bark and tablets — scattered over for texture and visual drama
• Pralines and nut clusters — fold in for added crunch and cocoa depth
• Granola and breakfast — a sophisticated, less sweet alternative to chocolate chips
• Ice cream and frozen desserts — sprinkle over just before serving
• Tarts, cakes, and entremets — as a decoration or textural element
• Ganaches and truffles — blend in for added complexity and bite
• Savoury dishes — a bold garnish for game, duck, or rich sauces

Format: 3kg (3 x 1kg bags)  |  Pure cocoa — no added ingredients  |  Dairy-free & vegan