MR POPPLE'S BLOG
Read more about what we're getting up to, special announcements, facts about our chocolate, or anything fun that we think you'll love to hear...
With spring seemingly in the air this week, bringing gentle warmth and welcome sunshine after the long winter months, I’m excited to share a wonderfully vibrant breakfast creation from one of our chocolate-loving community. This clever recipe transforms simple ingredients into a nutrient-packed morning treat, featuring our sugar-free Euphoric Orange chocolate bar as the perfect…
Read MoreKey Takeaways Introduction With growing awareness about ultra-processed foods and their impact on health, many chocolate lovers are questioning whether their favourite treat falls into this category. So, is Chocolate a UPF (Ultra Processed Food)? The short answer is, it depends! The longer answer isn’t as straightforward as you might think – while some chocolate…
Read MoreImagine discovering a plant that not only tastes deliciously sweet but also comes with remarkable health benefits. That’s exactly what you get with yacon, a remarkable root vegetable native to the Andean regions of South America. Often compared to sweet potatoes or jicama in appearance, yacon has been used for centuries in Peru for its…
Read MoreKey Takeaways: When reaching for a sugar-free chocolate bar, you might assume you’re making a healthier choice. However, the artificial sweeteners commonly used in these products are increasingly coming under scrutiny for their potential health risks. Let’s unwrap the truth about these synthetic substances and explore why natural alternatives might be a better choice for…
Read MoreKey Takeaways: Recent scientific research has unveiled an intriguing connection between cacao – the primary ingredient in chocolate – and stem cell production. This article explores the fascinating world of cacao’s potential to influence stem cell biology, exploring how this superfood might be a key player in regenerative medicine and overall health. Demystifying Stem Cells:…
Read MoreSpooky Sweets As the crisp autumn air settles in and jack-o’-lanterns begin to flicker on doorsteps, there’s no denying that Halloween is just around the corner. But why should the little ones have all the fun? This year, we’re treating you to a grown-up indulgence that’s sure to cast a spell on your taste buds:…
Read MoreWhat Is Dutched Cocoa? Dutched vs Natural Cocoa, Explained By Ben Popple, founder of Mr Popple’s Chocolate · Updated June 2026 · 6 min read The first time I held a tin of properly dutched cocoa, it was the colour that stopped me. Deep, almost black, the sort of shade that makes you expect a…
Read MoreKey Takeaways Attention all chocolate lovers! Get ready to have your taste buds blown away by a ground-breaking ingredient that you may not have heard of… Lucuma Fruit. Lucuma fruit is a game-changing addition to dark craft chocolate, and adds an special, unique creaminess to vegan milk chocolate. This premium ingredient isn’t found in your…
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