Chocolate bar
Chocolate bar
A Chocolate bar (pronunciation: /ˈtʃɒklɪt bɑːr/) is a confectionery in an oblong or rectangular form. Not only is it consumed directly, but it is also used in baking or other foods.
Etymology
The term "chocolate bar" is a compound noun made up of "chocolate" and "bar". "Chocolate" comes from the Classical Nahuatl word xocolātl, and "bar" refers to the shape of the item.
Types of Chocolate bars
There are several types of chocolate bars, such as milk chocolate bars, dark chocolate bars, and white chocolate bars. Some chocolate bars contain fillings, such as nougat, caramel, nuts, and fruit.
Production
The production of a chocolate bar involves a long process, including harvesting cacao, fermentation, drying and bagging cacao beans, roasting and cracking, winnowing, grinding, conching, tempering, and molding.
Health Effects
While chocolate bars are often seen as a guilty pleasure, they can have health benefits when consumed in moderation. Dark chocolate bars, in particular, are rich in antioxidants, iron, magnesium, and fiber.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chocolate bar
- Wikipedia's article - Chocolate bar
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