{"product_id":"van-houten-professional-classic-dark-chocolate-compound-slab-500g","title":"Van Houten Professional Classic Dark Chocolate Compound Slab (500g)","description":"\u003cp\u003eAchieve deep cocoa flavor, glossy finishes, and effortless workability with the \u003cb\u003eVan Houten Professional Classic Dark Compound Slab (500g)\u003c\/b\u003e. Specially engineered by Barry Callebaut for bakery studios, dessert cafes, and home bakers, this premium dark compound slab delivers a rich, bittersweet cocoa profile with rounded roasted notes—completely eliminating the need for tempering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy You'll Love It:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRich Bittersweet Cocoa Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Offers an authentic, deep dark chocolate taste and appealing deep-brown hue that enhances cakes, pastries, and confections without excessive sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNo Tempering Needed:\u003c\/b\u003e Quick and forgiving to use—simply chop, melt over a double boiler or in the microwave, and work immediately. Sets smoothly at room temperature with an enviable shine and crisp snap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExceptional Fluidity \u0026amp; Melting:\u003c\/b\u003e Melts uniformly into a silky, lump-free liquid, making enrobing cakes, dipping fruits, molding chocolate bars, and drizzling over cookies seamless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll-Round Kitchen Versatility:\u003c\/b\u003e Perfect for making silky dark chocolate ganache, fudgy brownies, cake pop coatings, dessert cups, shaved garnishes, and hollow figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConvenient 500g Pack Size:\u003c\/b\u003e Perfectly sized for recipe testing, artisanal small-batch baking, weekend projects, and home kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHigh Thermal Stability:\u003c\/b\u003e Formulated to withstand warm and humid kitchen conditions better than pure couverture, preventing blooming and maintaining shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuick Specs:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e Van Houten Professional (Barry Callebaut)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Dark Chocolate Compound Slab\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNet Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e 500 g (Pack of 1)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Classic Bittersweet Dark Chocolate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTempering:\u003c\/b\u003e Not Required (Direct Melt \u0026amp; Set at ~45°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDietary Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Vegetarian (Green Veg Dot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended Uses:\u003c\/b\u003e Enrobing, chocolate molding, ganache, dipping cake pops, brownie inclusions, glazes, and dessert garnishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage:\u003c\/b\u003e Store in a cool, dry, and hygienic place below 20°C–25°C away from direct sunlight, moisture, and strong odors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct images are for reference only; actual packaging design may vary slightly based on manufacturer batches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTransit Note:\u003c\/i\u003e Chocolate compound slabs may soften or melt during transit due to ambient temperatures and transit handling. This does not alter the product’s taste, baking quality, or performance. Simply allow it to re-solidify at cool room temperature or chill briefly before cutting and melting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beyond Bake","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52208366551361,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/1422\/7777\/files\/VanHoutenProfessionalCompound.jpg?v=1789209573","url":"https:\/\/beyondbake.in\/products\/van-houten-professional-classic-dark-chocolate-compound-slab-500g","provider":"Beyond Bake","version":"1.0","type":"link"}