Valrhona Introduces “Blond” Chocolate: Dulcey

Valrhona “Dulcey” Blond Chocolate Bar

A. It doesn’t contain cocoa solids (the healthy dark stuff boasting antioxidants and theobromine) B. It often has an odd texture. Enter Valrhona “Dulcey,” a brand new creation by the revered French brand dubbed the “Rolls Royce” of chocolate. Granted, this sweet confection wouldn’t have landed the luxe chocolatier a spot on our Top 10 Chocolate Bars in the World, but the beautiful “blond” is utterly addictive, even for us who favor ultra dark. Its package advertises it as “Creamy & Toasty” and it delivers. In French, also on the package, it sounds more poetic, “Onctueux & Biscuité.” Invented by Frédéric Bau of Valrhona’s chocolate school, and having already garnered awards, it is indeed creamy, smooth and unctuous, with a caramel-y inflection described by its creator as roasted Breton shortbread; it’s a bit on the sweet side but well-balanced. Dulcey contains 32 % cacao butter along with regular dairy butter, milk and vanilla. Even if it doesn’t deliver the healthful dose of antioxidants supplied by cocoa-rich dark chocolate, we will still indulge in it — in moderation.

For more information, visit: http://www.valrhona-chocolate.com/dulcey-bar