Trends emerged toward using chocolate as a "carrier" for plant-based substances to treat noncommunicable diseases like hypertension and diabetes. 📈 Major Industry Trends (2017)
Valrhona’s launch of Orelys (35% cocoa butter with muscovado sugar) solidified the popularity of caramelized white chocolate, known for its creamy, licorice-tinged flavor. chocolate bonbons 2017
A significant move toward lower sugar levels, even in white and milk chocolate varieties, to allow better pairing with acidic fruits like mango or passion fruit. 🍫 Modern Bonbon Characteristics Trends emerged toward using chocolate as a "carrier"
Research detailed how processing steps like fermentation and roasting can cause up to a 10x drop in polyphenol content. known for its creamy
The use of hand-painted cocoa butter and glossy finishes became a hallmark of the gourmet category.