White chocolate

Description

White chocolate has a creamy, very sweet taste with distinct notes of cocoa butter and milk, and its appearance is a smooth, pearl-like creamy mass without dark cocoa lumps. The absence of cocoa bean solids means it lacks the typical bitterness of chocolate, instead dominated by a delicate, milky sweetness and a velvety texture. Nutritionally, white chocolate is a concentrated source of energy, rich in fats (mainly cocoa butter) and sugars, and it also provides protein and calcium from the addition of milk, but it contains few antioxidants compared to dark chocolate, so it is best consumed in moderation. In the kitchen, it works well for coatings, ganache, creams, cookies, decorations, and desserts with fruits or nuts, pairing wonderfully with raspberries, pistachios, and vanilla. Store white chocolate in a cool, dry place away from strong odors, ideally at a temperature of 15–20°C, tightly wrapped; avoid temperature fluctuations to prevent the formation of "bloom."