Baru ChoCho
Baru Nuts, Chocho, Yacon:
Treasures from Brazil, Peru, and Ecuador
In the verdant embrace of Brazil, the Andes, and Ecuador, there lies a triad of culinary treasures - Baru Nuts, Chocho Lupin, and Yacon Syrup. These exceptional ingredients, distinguished by their unique flavors and rich nutritional profiles, not only embody the essence of their respective regions but also exemplify the bond between humanity and nature.
BARU
Natives of the Brazilian Cerrado (savanna), Baru nuts offer a flavor symphony that resonates with the very heartbeat of this diverse landscape. Their taste, a harmonious blend of earthy profundity and nutty richness, is reminiscent of peanuts, but without aflatoxins which cause allergy in so many. With a satisfying crunch, one is transported to the untamed Brazilian Cerrado (savanna), a biome known for its biodiversity and ecological significance. For Brazil, the native habitat of Baru nuts, their cultivation has immense ecological value, promoting reforestation and sustainable land use, safeguarding the Cerrado's extraordinary biodiversity, and ensuring a more harmonious future for this vibrant nation.
CHOCHO
In the Peruvian highlands, the Chocho Lupin takes center stage, a botanical gem hailed for its unique and exquisite flavor. Resembling a petite bean, the Chocho enchants the palate with its delicate nutty essence, accompanied by subtle notes of grassiness. Its intrinsic value extends beyond the gustatory realm; it is a nutritional powerhouse, abundant in protein, dietary fiber, and essential minerals. As a traditional source of sustenance for the Andean people, Chocho has lent them strength at dizzying altitudes. This little legume's cultivation fosters soil regeneration and resilience in the Andean ecosystems, promoting sustainability and safeguarding the region's agricultural heritage. It is as if the Andes themselves have whispered their secrets into the essence of Chocho.
YACON
Derived from the indigenous Yacon root in Ecuador, Yacon Syrup embodies the sublime balance of nature's sweetness and earthy resonance. Its flavor, a gentle duet of honeyed notes with an earthy undertone, reflects the fertile soils of the Andes. This golden elixir finds a place in diverse culinary applications, bestowing depth and sweetness upon an array of dishes, from delicate pastries to savory sauces. Beyond its culinary versatility, Yacon Syrup offers a nutritional advantage with a low glycemic index, making it an excellent alternative to refined sugars. The cultivation of this precious syrup also fosters sustainability, preserving Ecuador's profound connection between its people and their bountiful land.
CACAO
As we seek to harmonize this nourishing exploratory culinary experience, Baru, ChoCho and Yacon find synergy with cacao, the coveted bean of the rainforests, in our little NYC kitchen. The peanutty crunch of Baru and the delicate lupin notes of Chocho, combined with the complex sweetness of Yacon intertwine seamlessly with the deep, complex flavors of cacao, creating a truffle that is a harmonious masterpiece, celebrating the union of nature's gifts and artistry of humble craftsmanship. In this union, we savor not only the flavors of these remarkable ingredients but also the celebration of the lands from which they hail, promising a sensory journey that is at once indulgent and transformative; adventurous yet comforting.
BARU CHOCO TRUFFLE: Raw cacao beans*, wildcrafted roasted baru nuts, yacon syrup*, wildcrafted chocho, coconut sugar*, raw cashews*, virgin coconut oil*, Balinese pyramid salt.
The Harvest Truffle Collection is a tribute to autumn’s crisp breath—when the world begins its quiet turning. Each truffle is an offering to the luminous threshold of the season. To savor these truffles is to join in the ceremony: a pause before the abundance, a thank-you for what is becoming, a soft promise to stay awake as the world changes.
Scroll down for details on each truffle - every guest at your table will delight in them regardless of flavor preferences or dietary restrictions!
Our line of truffles (and everything we’ve ever created!) is made with ingredients that are raw, vegan, organic, low-glycemic, and free of refined sugars, dairy, soy, gluten, peanuts, and GMO!
Apple Cider Caramel with medicinal herbs for immunity
Elderberry Dark: our own elderberry syrup with raw dark velvet ganache and medicinal mushrooms
Fire Cider: our version of Rosemary Gladstar's elixir for health in dark velvet ganache
Skull Candy: our extra dark Brazilian velvet ganache with nootropics
Calabaza en Tacha Ghost: calabaza squash caramel in whyte shell with cinnamon, orange, and vanilla
Pumpkin Spice… because this collection would simply be incomplete without it!
All are low-glycemic, vegan, and free of soy, peanuts, dairy, refined sugars, GMO, and anything artificial. Our cacao is sourced with care for the land and people whose labor brings us some of the world’s finest heirloom beans.
We will assemble a gorgeous heart-shaped, quilted fabric keepsake truffle box filled with 14 truffles of your choice that is sure to delight your Valentine. A special nod to those whose Valentine is theirs truly!
Select OPTION 1: Chef’s Choice for a curated assortment based on your intentions, or OPTION 2: Pick Your Own Truffles!
Click CUSTOMIZE, and Chocolate Girl will personally assemble your box. Please let us know if you have any preferences of color/design and we will do our best to accomodate. For full customization of gifting design, we also offer bespoke gifting!