Carob Powder Carob pods, also known as locust bean, are the fruit harvested from a tree native to the Mediterranean. These pods contain a sweet edible pulp that is dried, roasted and ground into a powder. Carob Powder is often used as a cocoa powder alternative, but without the caffeine or theobromine content. With a natural sweetness, carob helps reduce the amount of sugar needed in recipes. While Carob might be substituted for Cocoa, the two are not even related! Although they are similar in color and texture, each has their own unique taste. Carob's rich flavor can be enjoyed in "chocolate", milkshakes, baked goods, smoothies more! INGREDIENTS Carob Powder SAFETY WARNING Packed on premises that handle celery, cereals containing gluten, mustard, peanuts, sesame, soybeans, sulphur dioxide and sulphites and tree nuts (such as almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, brazil nuts, cashews, pecans, pistachios and macadamia nuts). See moreProduced to the highest standards Suitable for Vegan, Vegetarians. Our carob is wild harvested from trees growing in the mountains throughout the Mediterranean. Carob pods are a traditional food with a long history of nourishment going back to the Bible. Delicious in smoothies, and shakes -Carob powder is a perfect cocoa substitute for cooking but reduce the quantity of sugar normally used by about 1 2 due to our carob powder is naturally sweet. The pulp of the pod is sweet and rich. Use to replace Carob Powder for cocoa powder or chocolate in your recipes for a no-fat, caffeine-free option.