An easy summertime treat Try this quick and easy one pan chocolate cake. I’ve substituted baking cocoa with American Heritage Chocolate Drink, creating a light chocolate sponge cake, perfect for dessert on a hot summer night. Here’s the recipe: Wowie Cake 1 cup sugar ½ cup flour ½ tsp salt 1/3 cup of American Heritage Chocolate Drink […]
Look at us! We’re official!
Check out our brand new hand-crafted sign! Our new Captain Jackson’s Historic Chocolate Shop sign was designed by Kyle DeStefano and created by James Stewart. Stop by to see the new sign and to meet the new faces around here! We’d love to see you and your family. Amey Jackson
Guest inquiry: conching chocolate
Conching chocolate was a major development for chocolate, invented by Rodolphe Lindt. He wanted to improve the flavor and texture of eating chocolate. In 1879, he developed the process of conching, which produced superior chocolate aroma and melting characteristics. The conche aerates and removes moisture from the chocolate, drives off unsuitable flavors, and turns the […]
In Honor of Father’s Day
Our Founding Fathers and Chocolate George Washington was a documented chocolate lover. Chocolate was a favorite drink at Mount Vernon in George Washington’s lifetime. His first recorded order for chocolate was for 20 pounds of the delicious treat, which arrived from England in 1758. He continued to buy chocolate throughout his life, in quantities […]
A chocolate treat everyone will love
Need a quick and easy treat for a Bridal Shower or Graduation Party? Here’s my very favorite American Heritage Chocolate recipe that will impress all of your guests. American Heritage Chocolate BARK Ingredients: 2 cups American Heritage Chocolate Drink 1 cup chopped salted mixed nuts 1/2 cup dried cranberries (optional) Directions: In microwave, melt 1 […]