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product_id: 12090047
title: "Raw Organic Criollo Cacao Beans, 16 Oz, Raw Chocolate Goodness for Baking, Snacking, and Homemade Chocolate Creations"
brand: "terrasoul superfoods"
price: "€ 55.13"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Terrasoul Superfoods"
url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/12090047-raw-organic-criollo-cacao-beans-16-oz-raw-chocolate-goodness
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region: Croatia
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# High Antioxidant Powerhouse Sustainably Sourced from Peru 100% Organic Criollo Beans Raw Organic Criollo Cacao Beans, 16 Oz, Raw Chocolate Goodness for Baking, Snacking, and Homemade Chocolate Creations

**Brand:** terrasoul superfoods
**Price:** € 55.13
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🍫 Elevate your chocolate game with the raw luxury of Criollo cacao beans!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Raw Organic Criollo Cacao Beans, 16 Oz, Raw Chocolate Goodness for Baking, Snacking, and Homemade Chocolate Creations by terrasoul superfoods
- **How much does it cost?** € 55.13 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/12090047-raw-organic-criollo-cacao-beans-16-oz-raw-chocolate-goodness)

## Best For

- terrasoul superfoods enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted terrasoul superfoods brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Pure Raw Power:** Experience unprocessed, nutrient-dense Criollo cacao beans for authentic chocolate crafting.
- • **Ethical Indulgence:** USDA Organic, Non-GMO, vegan, and Earth Kosher certified—feel good about every bite.
- • **Antioxidant Overload:** Packed with flavonoids and polyphenols that outshine superfruits for your daily vitality boost.
- • **Farm-to-Table Transparency:** Sourced directly from Peruvian growers committed to fair wages and sustainable practices.
- • **Versatile Gourmet Essential:** Perfect for baking, snacking, or elevating smoothies and homemade chocolate creations.

## Overview

Terrasoul Superfoods Raw Organic Criollo Cacao Beans deliver premium, USDA-certified organic cacao sourced sustainably from Peru’s prized Criollo trees. Rich in magnesium and antioxidants, these raw, non-GMO, vegan beans offer a pure, unprocessed chocolate experience ideal for baking, snacking, and gourmet recipes—empowering health-conscious professionals to indulge ethically and creatively.

## Description

About Terrasoul Superfoods Organic Cacao Beans: Often called the “Food of the Gods,” cacao is one of nature’s richest sources of magnesium and antioxidants. Our certified organic cacao beans come from highly prized Criollo cacao trees grown under a natural shade canopy in the fertile soils of Peru. To protect their complex flavor and nutritional integrity, the beans are carefully harvested, naturally fermented, and sun-dried. Nutritional Benefits: Rich in Magnesium: Supports muscle function, nerve health, and overall well-being. High in Antioxidants: Contains flavonoids, polyphenols, catechins, and epicatechins—more per ounce than red wine, blueberries, acai, pomegranates, and goji berries combined. Antioxidants help combat free radicals, support healthy aging, and promote overall vitality. Suggested Uses: Enjoy straight from the bag, add to trail mix, or blend into smoothies for a nutrient-dense energy boost.

Review: These cacao beans are raw but fermented; cooking them first (like roasting peanuts) makes them perfect for many uses - I’ve been looking for raw cacao beans for a while now, and these were harder to find than I expected at a very reasonable price. I thought the quality was fantastic. They come fermented, but not cooked. I did try a bean out of the bag uncooked, and could tell right away that they were fermented (because they were a little sour, and I’m very sensitive to that). I did cook them at about 200°- 250° for 1 hour, and that made a world of difference! As a nice fringe benefit, the house had that nice chocolate-y smell. I grind a couple of the cacao beans with my coffee beans, so I get the chocolate flavor with no sugar, and you can’t get the type of rich flavor the beans offer with processed/powdered chocolate. I’ve also used ground beans when making Mole sauce and chili; it adds a depth of flavor that’s hard to get otherwise. If you’re expecting a snack that you can eat out of a bag, this probably isn’t it. Some people do, but in my opinion, it’s like eating coffee beans expecting them to taste like your favorite caramel macchiato- it won’t. Good product at a fair price.
Review: Good deal for beans - Love cacao! not by themselves tho. Way to bitter. I use them with bananas, strawberries, gojis, etc. This is a good deal, the beans are good, fresh. Let them soak in some almond milk seems to add the sweetness found in chocolate. They really need to be hidden from kids. Once they taste the out of the bag bitter, it's over. Grind them and hide them in ice cream or other sweeter dishes. The skin is on, but i do not peel them. They grind up just fine and are unnoticeable. I buy the whole bean so i get a product less messed with. More pure. I've purchased a 20$/lb bags, and these for 2 for 20$, both the same taste, freshness. These are a good deal. Start here. If you don't like them there is another bag to give to friends or family.

## Features

- USDA Certified Organic, Earth Kosher, Non-gmo, raw, gluten free, and vegan.
- Made from 100% Criollo Beans sourced from Peru.
- Terrasoul Superfoods sources the freshest and highest quality superfoods from all over the planet. Our mission is to make these amazing, healthy foods available to you at the lowest prices possible while paying our growers and employees fair wages.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | B00EKRRVQ0 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #41,637 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #99 in Baking Cocoa |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (1,062) |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Manufacturer  | Terrasoul Superfoods |
| Package Dimensions  | 9.69 x 6.61 x 2.48 inches; 14.39 ounces |
| UPC  | 858789004210 |
| Units  | 16 Ounce |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Terrasoul Superfoods
- **Cuisine:** South American
- **Flavor:** Whole Cacao Beans
- **Number of Items:** 1
- **Size:** 1 Pound (Pack of 1)

## Images

![Raw Organic Criollo Cacao Beans, 16 Oz, Raw Chocolate Goodness for Baking, Snacking, and Homemade Chocolate Creations - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/617VKv5wTCL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: The product description states that these cacao beans are 100% raw, but on the back of the pouch, it says that they are fermented to give them a creamy flavor. For how long were they fermented and what was the fermentation process?**
A: Heather,They are fermented in wooden boxes over a weeks time and carefully monitored, turned, and mixed over this period ensuring the cacao bean's temperature never exceeds 114 degrees during this process.Best Regards,Terrasoul Superfoods

**Q: can you grind these and brew them like coffee?**
A: Yes, you can!  Use a French Press, and allow them to steep for about 10 minutes. I find that stirring a couple of minutes after adding the water and at about 6 minutes helps, as the air trapped in the cocoa expands as it heats up and causes foam to develop.  Stirring breaks the foam and releases the hot air, allowing the water to steep the cocoa.  Delicious with a little sweetener, and a small splash of milk (like one might add to tea) really makes this a treat.

**Q: Can these be roasted to make chocolate?**
A: Yes they can.  I roast them all the time to make Mexican chocolate discs.

**Q: Are the beans easier to chew than cacao nibs? When I chew the nibs I worry I'm going to break a tooth!**
A: I haven't tried to chew beans. Overall it's great product.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These cacao beans are raw but fermented; cooking them first (like roasting peanuts) makes them perfect for many uses
*by A***S on December 19, 2017*

I’ve been looking for raw cacao beans for a while now, and these were harder to find than I expected at a very reasonable price. I thought the quality was fantastic. They come fermented, but not cooked. I did try a bean out of the bag uncooked, and could tell right away that they were fermented (because they were a little sour, and I’m very sensitive to that). I did cook them at about 200°- 250° for 1 hour, and that made a world of difference! As a nice fringe benefit, the house had that nice chocolate-y smell. I grind a couple of the cacao beans with my coffee beans, so I get the chocolate flavor with no sugar, and you can’t get the type of rich flavor the beans offer with processed/powdered chocolate. I’ve also used ground beans when making Mole sauce and chili; it adds a depth of flavor that’s hard to get otherwise. If you’re expecting a snack that you can eat out of a bag, this probably isn’t it. Some people do, but in my opinion, it’s like eating coffee beans expecting them to taste like your favorite caramel macchiato- it won’t. Good product at a fair price.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good deal for beans
*by S***Y on March 20, 2016*

Love cacao! not by themselves tho. Way to bitter. I use them with bananas, strawberries, gojis, etc. This is a good deal, the beans are good, fresh. Let them soak in some almond milk seems to add the sweetness found in chocolate. They really need to be hidden from kids. Once they taste the out of the bag bitter, it's over. Grind them and hide them in ice cream or other sweeter dishes. The skin is on, but i do not peel them. They grind up just fine and are unnoticeable. I buy the whole bean so i get a product less messed with. More pure. I've purchased a 20$/lb bags, and these for 2 for 20$, both the same taste, freshness. These are a good deal. Start here. If you don't like them there is another bag to give to friends or family.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cool beans!
*by B***S on July 25, 2025*

Looks good as far as I can tell....won't actually be using them for a few weeks. Will be grinding them into 'nibs' for use in candies, etc I'll let you know if I have any problem with them at that time, but the package is intact and they arrived pretty fast (in the mailbox for some reason).

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*Last updated: 2026-02-24*