Are these peeled and fermented?

All cacao beans are fermented first before being shipped, so yes, they are fermented. They are not, however roasted or peeled. You'll need to roast and then peel (winnow) them.

Can you eat these raw?

I work in one of only about 50 bean-to-bar chocolate-making companies in the United States. You really shouldn't eat these raw, despite what many people will say. Trust me; I hand sort raw beans every day. Raw cacao is fermented on the jungle floor and generally tests high for salmonella, listeria, and e coli. Unless this company is actually lightly roasting the beans to kill germs, there is no guarantee they are safe to eat in this raw state. It's like eating raw chicken. You can definitely do it, and you won't necessarily get sick, but it's really risky. But if you buy these and pop them in the oven at 325-350 for 20-25 minutes, you'll have a nice snack that's super high in flavinols, antioxidants, good fats, and theobromine! Highly recommend that :)

Can these be planted? Will they grow?

Hello Richard, This product is intended for human consumption and is not guaranteed to germinate, as it goes through a air pressure and steam process to reduce the microbiological content and have them ready to eat out of the bag.

Do you need to roast them to make chocolate?

Yes... about 40-60 munutes on a low heat. Raw tastes soury and if you want to eat them or make somethung out of them, you need to roast them first, you will feel how taste changes in the process.

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Kevala Organic Cacao Beans - 1 lb, Sugar Free Base for Vegan Chocolate

Kevala Organic Cacao Beans - 1 lb, Sugar Free Base for Vegan Chocolate

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Brand
kevala
Flavor
Chocolate
Item Form
Kevala Organic
Item Weight
16 ounces
Number of Items
1

🌍Ethically & Responsibly Sourced

🌱USDA Organic Certified

🍫100% Sugar-Free Natural Cacao

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🍫 Elevate your snack game with pure, powerful cacao bliss!

PURE ORGANIC POWER - USDA Organic, Non-GMO, and Kosher certified for guilt-free indulgence.
DIET FRIENDLY DELIGHT - Gluten-free, vegan, and allergen-conscious for every lifestyle and palate.
READY TO EAT SUPERFOOD - Enjoy straight from the bag or elevate your recipes with natural cacao richness.
VERSATILE CULINARY MAGIC - Grind, chop, or brew—perfect for vegan baking, smoothies, and artisanal drinks.
SUSTAINABLY SOURCED EXCELLENCE - Sun-dried beans harvested with care, supporting ethical farming practices.

Kevala Organic Cacao Beans deliver 1 lb of USDA Organic, Non-GMO, and Kosher-certified raw cacao beans. These sugar-free, sun-dried beans are ready to eat and perfect for vegan, gluten-free, and allergen-conscious diets. Versatile for baking, brewing, or snacking, they bring rich chocolate flavor with ethical sourcing and premium quality.

Specifications

ASIN	B00B8DOSVK
ASIN	B00B8DOSVK
Age Range Description	All Ages
Best Sellers Rank	#34,507 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #91 in Baking Cocoa
Brand Name	kevala
Color	dark brown
Cuisine	Multiple cuisines
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (705)
Department	All Ages, Unisex
Diet Type	Vegan
Flavor	Chocolate
Item Form	Kevala Organic Raw Cacao Beans 1Lb
Item Highlight	16 oz, Sun Dried Beans for Brewing, Nutritious Addition to Breakfast and Drinks, For Making Sugar Free Chocolate Chips
Item Weight	16 ounces
Item model number	KEV01227
Manufacturer	Kevala
Manufacturer	Kevala
Model Number	KEV01227
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	16
Package Size Name	1 Pound
Part Number	KEV01227
Product Dimensions	6 x 3 x 8.5 inches; 1 pounds
Set Name	1 lb
Size	1 Pound
Specialty	Gluten-free,Organic,Vegan
UPC	816536012277
UPC	816536012277
Unit Count	16 Ounce
Units	16 Ounce

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