Baking

Organic raw cacao powder stemming from cacao beans of the Cacao tree (Theobroma cacao). Cacao beans grow  within cacao pods that are a variety of beautiful reds, yellows, greens and blues, which hang from the tree. Each pod contains 20-60 beans surrounded by the tart-sweet sticky cacao flesh, or 'fruit.' 

'Is this not the same as cocoa powder?!' we hear you say...

No they are not. Both raw cacao powder and cocoa powder originate from the same beans, however differences come from the taste, nutritional value and texture - all to do with how the cacao bean is processes. 

Cacao is lighter in colour, more fruity in flavour, and closer to its natural state than cocoa powder. 

Cocoa is darker in colour, and has an extra processing step of roasting at high temperatures, which also decreases its nutritional value.

Health benefits of cacao include a rich source of antioxidant, a huge amount of magnesium, along with many other essential vitamins and minerals.

FUN FACT: It has so many health supporting properties and is highly valued, so it was before used as a form of currency, and there are actually vaults of raw cacao buried all over the world. 

Unless otherwise stated, we always get this product supplied from The Raw Chocolate Company, who source their ingredients ethically and 'prioritise making a positive impact on the world'. 

Tapioca flour, also known as tapioca starch, is a gluten free, grain free flour made from the starch extracted from the cassava root. It's a fine, white powder with a neutral flavor and is commonly used in gluten-free baking and as a thickener in cooking. 

Ingredients: Organic tapioca

The perfect breakfast of champions (just add oats!)

We like 1 parts mix to 2 parts oats.

Ingredients: goji berries, chia seeds, coconut chips, golden linseed, flaked almonds, cranberries, sultanas, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds,

Considered the gold standard for pasta and pizza dough, 00 flour is a finely ground wheat Italian flour. When baked at high temperatures in wood-fired ovens, it gives a crispy and crackly pizza crust with moderate chewiness.

Stoates Oragnic Plain White Flour

Plain white flour, also known as all-purpose flour, is a staple in the baking cupboard, commonly used in cakes, pastries and biscuits.

When used in cakes, it is combined with a raising agent, such as baking powder or bicarbonate of soda, in order to get that fluffy light texture.

it is also used in quick breads, such as soda bread, producing a more densely textured loaf. 

Organic psyllium husks offer your body a significant boost of fibre. High fibre diets have long been linked with good gut health and aid healthy digestion. Use as a natural thickening agent and they can be added to smoothies and shakes. Full of fantastic slow-release energy, which keeps you fuller for longer. Suitable for vegans and vegetarians.

Ingredients: Psyllium Husks

Vegan and GF chocolate pudding recipe here

semolina flour is a common flour made from durum wheat. It's coarser and darker than all-purpose flour, with a more earthy aroma as compared to other wheat flours. 

It's most commonly used in the making of couscous and pasta, and is therefore very prevalent in Italy. It's also very high in gluten and protein. 

Other uses in making bread, pies, porridge or cakes, or in creating a great crust.

Allergens: gluten. 

Soft light brown sugar is a pure cane sugar with buttery caramel notes. Perfect for sauces, moist sponges and cookies. 

The light brown colour of this sugar comes from it's small percentage content of molasses. In comparison, dark brown sugar contains almost double the molasses of light brown sugar. I.e. the darker the colour of the sugar, the more molasses it contains. 

If a recipe doesn't specify 'light' or 'dark' brown sugar, it normally means use light brown sugar. 

Spelt flour comes from spelt, an ancient grain similar to wheat in appearance. Spelt has a tougher husk than wheat, which helps to protect the nutrients inside the grain.

The taste of spelt flour is nutty and slightly sweet, and it can be used in most recipes that require regular or wholewheat flour. 

Cholesterol-free, low-sodium and high-fibre. It also is a source of magnesium, iron, calcium and vit E. 

Although the gluten in spelt isn't the same as wheat gluten, its NOT suitable for a gluten-free diet.

Paper bags of Stoates flour.

Rye flour is made from ground rye berries, also known as rye kernels.

Rye flour tends to contain enough gluten to make a yeasted loaf without additional flours added. It tends to make a dense, dark, richly flavoured bread, known as rye bread. Other common uses in cooking include within sourdough bread, crackers, gingerbread, crispbreads, or incorporated into fruited cakes and scones. 

Contains: gluten

Fancy trying your hand in making rye bread? Try out this Rye, ale and oat bread from Paul Hollywood

Strong white bread flour, is obviously used in making bread, and is made from 'hard' wheat varieties. The main difference between bread flour and other flours is its higher protein content (12-14 %). This creates more rise and structural support for the dough, allowing the final product to lift and hold shape. It also creates a chewier texture and more browning in the crust.

Bread dough requires kneading, which not only mixes the ingredients together, but also combines the proteins in the flour to form gluten, creating an elastic and stretchy structure. 

Sugar-Free A-Z Multivit: Raspberry Flavour Gummies

Complete daily nutrition, sugar-free.

Meet your daily nutrient needs with our Sugar-Free A-Z Multivitamin Gummies, crafted to support overall health for both adults and kids. Packed with essential vitamins and minerals - from A, B12, C, D3, K, all the way to Zinc - these vegan-friendly gummies help boost energy, immunity, and overall wellbeing - all without added sugar.

Benefits:

• Complete Nutritional Support: Covers your daily needs from A to Z.

• Energy & Focus: Supports a healthy metabolism and reduces tiredness.

• Immune Boost: Key nutrients like Vitamin C, D3, and Zinc help protect against illness.

• Vegan & Cruelty-Free: Perfect for plant-based lifestyles.

• Sugar-Free Formula: Healthy, guilt-free supplementation for the whole family.

• Delicious Taste: Natural raspberry flavour makes taking your vitamins enjoyable.

How to take:

• Adults: Take 2 gummies daily.

• Children (3 - 12 years): Take 1 gummy daily.

No water needed, just chew, enjoy the natural raspberry flavour, and let the vitamins support your body and mind. Perfect anytime, anywhere for an easy, tasty way to stay healthy.

Why choose Sugar-Free A-Z Multivit?
These gummies are ideal for anyone looking to fill dietary gaps, boost energy, and strengthen immunity, without the hassle of pills or added sugar. With a delicious taste and complete A - Z coverage, staying healthy has never been easier.

Toasted coconut chips have a warm, nutty taste, delicious as a simple snack or added to your cooking, baking, muesli and cereals.

Add these into your trail mix for something a little different, or on top of desserts for extra decoration.

These coconut chips, as well as tasting great, are a rich source of fibre, manganese and copper, as well as in phosphorus, iron, zinc and potassium.

Refill your mincemeat with us - perfect for mince pies, or even adding to cinnamon buns, pastry twists and more! 

Click here for a simple recipe we love, for mince pies

Ingredients: Sugar, apple puree (apple puree, acidity regulator: acetic acid). raisins (11%) (raisins 11%, sunflower oil) sultanas (sultanas 11%, sunflower oil), currants (6.5%) (currants, sunflower oil), glucose-fructose syrup, mixed peel (3.5%) (orange peel, glucose-fructose syrup, lemon peel, sugar, acidity regulator: citric acid), vegetable suet (palm oil, rice flour, sunflower oil), modified maize starch, mixed spice, acidity regulator: citric acid, colour: caramel, orange oil, lemon oil. 

Storage instructions: ambient storage (10-25 celsius) away from strong odours and flavours
Advisory warning: whilst every care has been taken to remove pips and stalks, some may still remain.

White caster sugar is a finely ground sugar commonly used in baking. 

While caster sugar and granulated are fairly similar, the main difference is the grain size, with caster sugar being the finer grain. Its small granules mix and dissolve more easily with other ingredients, making it perfect for use in biscuits, cakes, pastries and meringues.