Hu Dark Chocolate Baking Chips 65% Cacao, 7oz — Organic, Coconut Sugar Sweetened, Fairtrade

Hu Dark Chocolate Chips are organic, 65% cacao baking chips sweetened with unrefined coconut sugar and made without refined sugar, soy, palm oil, or emulsifiers.

Designed by Hu to deliver clean, intense chocolate flavor with a short ingredient list, these 7oz chips are crafted for both bakers and snackers who prioritize ingredient transparency. Each chip contains just organic cacao, organic unrefined coconut sugar, and organic cocoa butter—Fairtrade certified—giving you a versatile dark chocolate option that avoids cane sugar, sugar alcohols, soy, gluten, palm oil, and lecithins.

What makes these chips different from standard baking chocolate?

Hu focuses on minimal, recognizable ingredients and ethical sourcing. Unlike many mainstream chips that use refined sugars, emulsifiers, or palm oil, these chips rely on coconut sugar for sweetness and cocoa butter for texture, keeping the ingredient list short and organic.

• 65% cacao for balanced dark chocolate flavor
• Simple ingredient panel: cacao, coconut sugar, cocoa butter
• Free from refined/cane sugar, soy, gluten, and palm oil
• Organic and Fairtrade certified sourcing

How do these chips perform in baking and recipes?

They melt and hold shape well in a wide range of applications, from cookies and muffins to sauces and ganaches. Their 65% cacao content gives a pronounced chocolate character without excessive bitterness, and the cocoa butter helps achieve smooth melting and glossy finishes.

• Great for drop cookies—holds pockets of chocolate without entirely losing form
• Melts smoothly for drips, glazes, and ganache with a rich mouthfeel
• Works in both stovetop melting and oven baking at standard temperatures
• Neutral enough for sweet and slightly savory recipes (e.g., mole-style sauces)

Are these chips suitable for dietary restrictions or ethical preferences?

Yes. Hu explicitly formulates these chips to avoid common allergens and controversial additives, making them a better fit for people avoiding soy, gluten, refined sugars, and palm oil. The Fairtrade and organic certifications address environmental and supply-chain concerns for conscientious shoppers.

• No soy, gluten, or lecithins—helpful for some allergy-sensitive diets
• No refined or cane sugar; sweetened with organic coconut sugar
• Palm oil free and Fairtrade certified for ethical sourcing
• Not formulated as a medical product; check labels for other allergens

How should you store and use a 7oz pack from a 12-pack box?

Keep unopened bags in a cool, dry place away from strong odors and direct sunlight; refrigeration can extend freshness in hot climates. Once opened, reseal or transfer to an airtight container to protect flavor and texture, especially if you plan to store portions for weeks.

• Store at 60–70°F (15–21°C) for best texture and shelf life
• Use airtight containers or resealable bags after opening
• Refrigerate short-term in warm environments, allow to return to room temp before baking
• Label with date if you separate into smaller portions from the 7oz bag

Who is this for? These Hu Dark Chocolate Chips suit home bakers, conscious snackers, and recipe developers who want authentic dark chocolate flavor from a short, organic ingredient list. They’re ideal for people avoiding refined sugar and common additives, shoppers seeking Fairtrade ingredients, and anyone who wants versatile chips for cookies, melting, or on-the-go snacking without palm oil, soy, or lecithins.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS: organic unrefined coconut sugar, organic cacao*, organic cocoa butter*. *Certified Fairtrade Ingredients