Meiji, the Japanese food and pharmaceutical firm, has announced the launch of Well Cacao Spicy Crisp, sweet spiced biscuits made with the company’s “cacao granules” ingredient.
Meiji cacao granules are described as a form of cocoa nibs made from cacao beans fermented under controlled conditions to reduce astringency, using a unique process that preserves nutrients like polyphenols and lipids.
The new product featured a blend of cacao granules with brown sugar, whole wheat flour, and five spices (cinnamon, ginger, chilli, cardamom, and cloves), baked into bite-sized pieces.
In a statement, Meiji said, “Through the launch of this product, we hope to introduce new value for cacao that differs from traditional chocolate and new ways to enjoy it in various situations, contributing to our customers’ healthy daily lives.”
The product is being launched online and in store from November.
Source: Meiji