Whittaker’s Dark (50%) Cocoa Pips – 2 kg

Premium NZ Dark Chocolate in Convenient Chip Form

Experience the rich taste of Aotearoa’s beloved chocolatier with Whittaker’s Dark (50%) Cocoa Pips – 2 kg. Ideal for professional bakeries, cafés, or passionate home bakers, these dark chocolate pips are specially designed for melting, baking, and snacking—delivering bold cocoa flavour, reliable texture, and trusted NZ quality.

Why Choose Whittaker’s Dark 50% Cocoa Pips?

1. Bean‑to‑Bar Excellence

Whittaker’s, New Zealand’s largest and most trusted chocolate maker since 1896, controls every step of production—from cocoa bean sourcing to bar creation—in Porirua. Their cornerstones: sustainability, ethical sourcing, and superb flavour.

2. Optimal Cocoa Balance

With a well-rounded 50% cocoa content, these pips strike a delicious balance—not too dark, yet distinctly rich. They’re perfect for bakes that benefit from depth without bitterness.

3. Bulk & Convenience

Each resealable 2 kg pouch is tailored for high-volume baking. It keeps pips fresh, easily accessible, and easy to portion for batch baking.

4. Versatile Baking Performance

Whether you're melting, folding, topping, or decorating, these pips offer reliable melt characteristics and smooth texture, ensuring consistent quality across recipes.

Product Specifications

• Product: Dark Chocolate Pips
  
• Cocoa Content: 50% minimum
  
• Weight: 2 kg resealable bag
  
• Form: Chip-shaped pips, ideal for melting and portioning
  
• Suitable For: Baking, confections, toppings, snacks
  
• Storage: Resealable bag—store cool (<20 °C), dry, away from strong odours
  

Top‑Notch Appeal for NZ Audiences

Flavour & Aroma

These dark pips deliver a rich, cocoa-forward taste with hints of earthiness and mild sweetness, ideal for classic chai muffins or indulgent brownies.

Texture & Mouthfeel

Chip form ensures smooth, even melt in batters or when drizzled—no graininess, no clumping. Perfect for ganaches, fillings, or as decorative sprinkles.

Presentation & Durability

Their glossy surface makes them ideal garnish for plated desserts, cakes, espresso-topped treats, or everyday snacks.

Applications & Baking Tips

1. Cookies & Brownies

Mix in 100 g–150 g per batch for a rich, chocolate-laced experience. They soften during baking, yet retain “biting” texture.

2. Muffins & Cakes

Fold 50–100 g into batter just before baking to avoid over-dispersion—pips stay intact and create visual appeal and pockets of rich flavour.

3. Ganache & Fillings

Melt with cream for luxurious ganache; drizzle over desserts or fill pastries for indulgent treats.

4. Decorative & Snacks

Sprinkle over ice cream, yoghurt, slice toppers, or trail mixes—simple yet elevated.

5. Professional Use

Caterers and schools appreciate the resealable bag for freshness, portion control, and bulk efficiency.

Storage Recommendations

• Before Opening: Keep in cool, dry place (<20 °C); lasts 12+ months.
  
• After Opening: Seal well; refrigerate if your kitchen is warm/humid.
  
• Avoid Odours & Moisture: Store away from strong-smelling foods to prevent flavour transfer.
  

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Sustainability & Trust

Whittaker’s commitment to Rainforest Alliance certified cocoa (announced in 2020) supports ethical sourcing and environmental responsibility. As a Kiwi icon voted the country’s most trusted brand multiple years running, these pips carry both heritage and reliability.