Mushroom Chocolate Bar is a sweet treat that combines the rich flavors of cacao with functional mushrooms. The resulting artisanal chocolates are a fusion of taste and health, offering potential benefits like stress-reduction and energy-boosting effects. Edible mushrooms like reishi, chaga, cordyceps, and lion’s mane are used to create these treats because of their natural wellness properties, including immune-supporting qualities, which make them ideal for use in chocolate. These mushrooms also have pleasant flavor profiles that pair well with chocolate, such as reishi’s earthy, calming notes, or chaga’s rich, smooth flavors.
To create the chocolates, mushroom powder is infused into high-quality dark or milk chocolate. This blend is then molded into bars and set aside to harden. To ensure the highest quality, the mushrooms are carefully chosen and dried to remove any excess moisture. Next, they are ground into a fine powder that will mix evenly with the chocolate. Lastly, the powder is sifted to ensure there are no clumps left behind. Finally, cacao nibs or other additions can be added to create different textures and flavor profiles.
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Once molded, the chocolates are sealed in bags to protect from air and humidity. They should be stored in a cool, dry place and eaten within a few weeks. In some cases, these chocolates can be used as a daily mushroom microdose to help with relaxation and (at a higher dose) to induce a sense of euphoria. For best results, a small amount should be consumed to test individual tolerance and increase the dosage accordingly.