National Bittersweet Chocolate Day

Bittersweet chocolate is a type of chocolate that contains a high percentage of cocoa solids and a small amount of sugar. It is characterized by its deep, rich flavor and slightly bitter taste. Bittersweet chocolate typically contains between 60% and 90% cocoa solids, with the remaining ingredients being sugar, cocoa butter, and sometimes vanilla. Bittersweet chocolate is often used in baking and cooking, as it adds depth and complexity to desserts and other dishes. It is also commonly used in chocolate truffles, where the high percentage of cocoa solids gives the truffles a rich, intense chocolate flavor. Bittersweet chocolate is sometimes confused with semisweet chocolate, which is also a dark chocolate but contains a slightly higher percentage of sugar than bittersweet chocolate. However, the terms are often used interchangeably in recipes, and both types of chocolate can be used in a variety of desserts and baked goods.