The mild sweetness of carob powder is due to the naturally occurring sugars in the carob. Carob ( Ceratonia siliqua ) or St. John's Bread comes from the pods of an evergreen tree native to the Eastern Mediterranean area. Unlike cocoa beans, Carob powder doesn't contain the stimulant theobromine and has significantly less fat. Can be used as a substitute for cocoa powder in milk and baking recipes. Vegan. Product of the USA.
USD 8.89
Vegan friendly
Carob Powder
100% pure Carob Powder, a delicious chocolate substitute that's non-GMO and vega
USD 8.89
Specs: Standard(Default)
Vendor: swansonvitamins.com
Vegan friendly
Non-GMO
Carob Powder
Cocoa Substitute
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is carob powder?
Carob powder is made from the pods of the carob tree and serves as a chocolate substitute. It is naturally sweet and contains less fat than cocoa powder.
How can I use carob powder in recipes?
When using carob powder, substitute 1.5 to 2 parts of carob for every 1 part of cocoa powder in your recipes. Adjust sugar levels as needed due to its sweetness.
Is carob powder suitable for vegans?
Yes, carob powder is vegan-friendly and does not contain any animal products.
Does carob powder contain caffeine?
No, unlike cocoa powder, carob powder does not contain the stimulant theobromine or caffeine.