Alkalized Cocoa Powder Velvet Rouge Ultime, 20–22%, Callebaut, 1 kg, DCP-20VERUL-89B

Alkalized Cocoa Powder Velvet Rouge Ultime from the Signature Collection by Belgian brand Callebaut is a premium ingredient for pastry professionals seeking intense color and exceptional flavor. With its high cocoa butter content (20–22%) and carefully controlled alkalization process, it delivers a deep, velvety reddish-brown hue and a distinctive cocoa aroma. The flavor profile is rich and intensely cocoa-forward, with pronounced roasted cocoa notes and a refined bitterness, adding depth and a luxurious chocolate character to a wide range of confectionery creations. Key Benefits: Premium Signature Collection: made with carefully selected cocoa beans to ensure exceptional quality and a consistent, well-balanced flavor profile. High fat content (20–22%): delivers a rich, velvety texture and smooth cocoa flavor while helping maintain moisture in doughs and creams. Intense color and aroma: gives desserts a deep reddish-brown (Rouge) hue and an intense cocoa aroma. Excellent dispersibility: the alkalization process helps the powder blend smoothly with both liquid and dry ingredients, minimizing the risk of lumps. Convenient packaging: the resealable 1 kg pouch helps preserve freshness and aroma throughout the product’s shelf life. Applications: A versatile ingredient for a wide range of professional pastry and confectionery applications: Baking & Dough: sponge cakes, brownies, muffins, cookies, macarons and Swiss rolls. Creams & Fillings: pastry creams, ganaches, mousses, sauces and glazes. Coloring & Texture: adds intense color and rich cocoa character to doughs, creams and mirror glazes. Decorating: ideal for coating truffles, finishing Tiramisu desserts, cake pops and other confectionery creations.