Customer Reviews

Natierra Organic Raw Cacao Nibs, 16-Ounce Bags (Pack of 2)

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Although the price was pretty expensive, and I didn't like the nibs when I first tried them (I figured I would like them because I like to eat unsweetened chocolate), I grew to like the winey taste and the crunchy texture. I like to snack on them when there's nothing else in the pantry, but I think the nibs work great in sweet cookies that I bake since they provides a good contrasting taste. They are definitely an acquired taste, though, and even if you do like unsweetened chocolate, you may find that these take a while to get used to just because it doesn't have the same mouthfeel, and the taste is unprocessed, not to mention each nib you eat may taste different from the last. However, I may just order them again...

While I've tried cacao nibs in the past, this is my first time buying such a huge amount of them, but I've found them to be really versatile. Eaten raw, they do have a wine-like taste, but when you sprinkle them into oatmeal or Greek yogurt, eat them on top of waffles with some fruit, or add them to trail mix, their chocolate taste definitely comes out.

I almost bought another brand that was a bit more money, but decided to go with this less expensive brand. I'm glad I did; they taste great, and I love that they are certified organic. They are a great way to get the health benefits of the antioxidants found in dark chocolate, without all the added sugar.

These are fantastic for getting my chocolate dose with no sugar and no added fat. They taste fine (though I sometimes mix them with craisins to add sweet to the crunchy) but give me the wonderful chocolate goodness I enjoy. It is less expensive than most chocolate as well.