mpr7876 Posted November 30, 2014 Share Posted November 30, 2014 I see this is used in recipes, as a spice, can it also be nibbled on as a snack, or as an add in to coffee/coconut milk? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators ShannonM816 Posted November 30, 2014 Moderators Share Posted November 30, 2014 Per the Can I Have list, it's okay: Cacao (100%): Yes Cacao (or 100% cocoa) is great when used as a savory spice (our Mocha Steak Rub, found in It Starts With Food, is a great example), but you can also feel free to add it to your coffee or tea, or brew it Crio Bru-style. But per the rules of the program, it’s not okay to add cocoa to dates and other fruits to make chocolate-y confections. Read our Great Cocoa Debate for details. - See more at: http://whole30.com/2013/06/the-official-can-i-have-guide-to-the-whole30/#sthash.e8pTByDb.dpuf You might also find this article on The Great Cocoa Debate interesting. For future reference, almost any ingredient/food you can think of to ask about has probably been asked about before -- to find past discussions, google Whole30 and whatever you're looking for -- for instance, Whole30 cocoa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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GFChris Posted November 30, 2014 Share Posted November 30, 2014 The recommended snack is a mini meal of protein, veg and fat. Cacao doesn't fit that recommendation. Best to stick to using it in the ways described in the Can I Have guide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wmarylou37 Posted January 2, 2015 Share Posted January 2, 2015 What about mixing it with avocado? I have been debating this for hours now. I would have to work it in as a non-dessert. But the fats from avocado would make it a good filler. I wouldn't say I'm a choco-addict, but I have had a wee hankering. Not sure if it is just a Sugar Demon though. But a hankering would make this SWYPO then. Please give me your best opinion on the matter. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GFChris Posted January 2, 2015 Share Posted January 2, 2015 What about mixing it with avocado? I have been debating this for hours now. I would have to work it in as a non-dessert. But the fats from avocado would make it a good filler. I wouldn't say I'm a choco-addict, but I have had a wee hankering. Not sure if it is just a Sugar Demon though. But a hankering would make this SWYPO then. Please give me your best opinion on the matter. Thank you! If you're using the avocado as a delivery vehicle for the cacao, that wouldn't be in the spirit of a Whole30. If you use the cacao in a spice rub that you put on meat and then top that with avocado, that works. It's about context. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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