Want to create high-quality handmade chocolate? Starting with the selected cocoa beans, every step is crucial. Today, we will take you on a chocolate-making journey with rich aroma, equal emphasis on technology, and delicacy around three key equipment: the chocolate roaster, grinding cacao nibs, and a commercial tempering machine.
Chocolate Roaster – Awakening the Original Aroma of Cocoa
The first step in making high-quality chocolate is to roast raw cocoa beans evenly with a chocolate roaster. Proper temperature and time control can not only enhance the aroma of cocoa but also remove the off-flavor and make the flavor more pure. Modern chocolate baking machines can adjust the temperature curve, realize the precise adjustment from light baking to deep baking, and meet different flavor requirements.
Tip: It is recommended to bake at 150°C for about 20 minutes, and fine-tune it according to the bean species.
Grinding Cocoa Nibs – The Key to Release Silky Taste
After baking, cocoa beans are shelled and broken into cocoa nibs. Next, grinding cacao nibs is carried out with professional equipment, that is, cocoa crumbs are finely ground until a thick and smooth chocolate liquor is formed. The finer the grinding, the smoother the taste of chocolate. We recommend the use of a low-speed and high-torque grinding system, equipped with a stone mill or steel grinding head, to ensure that the natural oil and flavor of cocoa are preserved to the maximum extent.
Commercial Tempering Machine – Giving Chocolate Perfect Luster and Crispness
Cocoa liquid, after successful grinding, needs to be tempered by a commercial tempering machine. This step is the key to success. Adjusting the temperature can rearrange the cocoa butter crystals, and the finished chocolate not only has a bright appearance but also maintains hardness and crispness at room temperature. Our commercial chocolate tempering machine adopts an automatic temperature control system, which is simple to operate and suitable for chocolate manufacturers of all sizes.
Various Applications Create Infinite Possibilities
Whether making dark chocolate, milk chocolate, or flavored chocolate, these three core equipment are indispensable. A complete process can not only improve product quality, but also significantly improve production efficiency. You can further explore our other equipment combinations, such as:
- Cocoa Winnowing Machine
- Chocolate Grinder
- Cooling Tunnel
