MaltiChoc™: The Smart Cocoa Solution for a Changing Market
In a world of rising cocoa prices and supply uncertainty, food and beverage manufacturers need smarter, stable alternatives to maintain product quality and profitability. MaltiChoc™, developed by Muntons, offers a high-performance barley and malt extract that replaces 15–30% of cocoa powder without compromising on taste, color, or texture.
Why Choose MaltiChoc™?
MaltiChoc™ is more than just a cocoa extender—it’s a formulation enhancer. Available in multiple grades such as R500, D1000, D2000, and Dried Regular, it can be tailored to meet specific needs across categories including chocolate, bakery, beverages, and dairy-based desserts.
- Seamless Cocoa Replacement: Use as a turnkey solution (15–20% replacement) or elevated solution (25–30% replacement) while preserving flavor, texture, and visual appeal.
- Enhanced Color & Moisture: Naturally imparts a rich dark chocolate hue and improves humectancy for softer textures.
- Flavor Boost: Adds malt richness and enhances cocoa notes for a well-rounded taste experience.
- Clean Ingredient Declaration: Labeled simply as barley and malt extract, appealing to clean-label and natural product trends.
Backed by Sustainability & Supply Security
Sourced from British-grown barley, MaltiChoc™ is produced using Muntons’ circular economy principles, minimizing waste and carbon footprint. Unlike cocoa, which faces volatile price swings due to weather, pests, and regulatory changes (like the EU Deforestation Regulation), MaltiChoc™ offers a reliable and consistent supply chain—a critical advantage in today’s turbulent market.
► 2024 saw cocoa prices triple to over $12,000/MT, with supply disruptions expected to persist through 2025.
MaltiChoc™ helps mitigate this risk while keeping products cost-effective and consumer-ready.
MaltiChoc™ helps mitigate this risk while keeping products cost-effective and consumer-ready.
Ready to Reimagine Cocoa Formulation?
Whether you're looking to reduce cost, improve sustainability, or enhance flavor and texture, MaltiChoc™ delivers a winning solution. Perfect for chocolate drinks, baked goods, confectionery, and plant-based applications.
Contact us today or sign up on DKSH Discover to explore how MaltiChoc™ can transform your formulation strategy.
