MODERN MOUNTAIN Black Cocoa Powder 5 lb — Extra-Dark Dutch-Processed, Unsweetened for Baking

MODERN MOUNTAIN Black Cocoa Powder is an extra-dark, Dutch-processed, unsweetened cocoa designed to deliver the deepest natural black chocolate color and rich chocolate flavor for baking and confections.

Whether you're aiming for pitch-black sandwich cookies, intensely dark buttercream, or a naturally colored chocolate cake, this 5 lb bag supplies a professional-strength ingredient without artificial dyes. Sourced from high-quality, non-GMO beans and Fair Trade certified, the powder is unsweetened and processed to bring out roasted, chocolate-forward notes with minimal bitterness. It functions as a practical stand-in for black food coloring when you want true chocolate character alongside dramatic color.

How will this black cocoa powder change my baked goods?

This black cocoa transforms color and deepens chocolate nuance in recipes without adding sweetness. Because it’s Dutch-processed, it integrates smoothly into batters and frostings and produces a velvety dark tone that resists fading when baked.

• Creates very dark, near-black crumb and frosting tones
• Adds roasted, mellow chocolate flavor without extra bitterness
• Works well in cookies, cakes, frostings, and pastry creams

Can I use it as a natural replacement for black food coloring?

Yes—this powder is a practical natural alternative to synthetic black dyes for many applications. It yields a true chocolate-black hue while contributing authentic cocoa taste, so you avoid introducing artificial color without sacrificing appearance.

• Replace liquid black coloring in batters and icings for color plus flavor
• Maintain texture because it’s a dry ingredient, not a liquid dye
• Best in chocolate-focused recipes where color and flavor align

How should I measure and incorporate this cocoa for best results?

Measure by weight for consistency, or spoon-and-level when using cups; sift or whisk the powder into dry ingredients to prevent clumps. For frostings, blend the cocoa thoroughly with fats and liquids to develop even color and smooth mouthfeel.

• Weighing: recommended for repeatable color and flavor
• Sifting/whisking: prevents pockets of undissolved powder
• Hydration: allow time for cocoa to bloom in liquids for fuller flavor

What sustainability and quality assurances does this product include?

MODERN MOUNTAIN’s black cocoa is Fair Trade certified and made from non-GMO beans, reflecting ethical sourcing and traceability priorities. The brand also supports baking education and environmental causes, so purchases contribute beyond the pantry.

• Fair Trade USA certified—supports growers and communities
• Non-GMO and 100% unsweetened for clean ingredient lists
• A portion of proceeds supports scholarships and environmental nonprofits

Who is this for? Bakers, pastry chefs, small-batch confectioners, and home cooks who want dramatic dark chocolate color without synthetic dyes will appreciate this 5 lb bag. It’s particularly useful for those producing chocolate sandwich cookies, black velvet cakes, dark frostings, and specialty confections—anyone who needs reliable, high-impact color and true cocoa flavor at scale. If you value ethically sourced ingredients and prefer a dry, easy-to-store format that scales from test bakes to large batches, MODERN MOUNTAIN Black Cocoa Powder is formulated to meet those needs.

Ingredients

Black Cocoa Powder (Processed with alkali)