The history of the first “eaters”
According to travellers' accounts, people ate coffee beans long before they learned how to make a drink from them. African shepherds noticed that wild goats happily eat the leaves and fruits of coffee trees, and then become much more energetic. People who tried the delicacy were convinced of the tonic effect.
Later, the aborigines used the grains for dry rations on long walks. These were balls of fruit coated with animal fat. This “pocket” ration provided nutrition and a surge of energy. Don't miss: The history of the origin of coffee - from its appearance to the present day
Why haven't people stopped chewing coffee beans?
An incredible number of delicious drinks are prepared from coffee. But culinary evolution did not force people to completely abandon the desire to eat raw materials in their natural form. The main arguments of avid “chewers”:
- Pleasure, taste. When crushed in the mouth, the beans crunch pleasantly, gradually exuding the natural, pure taste of coffee.
- An instant boost of energy. The effect is ensured by the high caffeine content and its rapid entry into the body.
- Benefit. Basically, scientists studied the effect of the finished drink on health. But coffee beans are also beneficial for humans when consumed in moderation. Logical, given the analogy of the composition.
It is believed that coffee berries can hide the smell of alcohol. This is only possible with a very weak, distant “aroma”. In serious cases, even special means do not help.
- Read more: Coffee after alcohol - harm or benefit
Combination of two flavors in one dragee
At first, the dessert was served in bars and restaurants as a delicious addition to alcoholic drinks and black coffee. However, visitors to these establishments liked it so much that they began to look for it in the confectionery departments of stores. And where there is demand, there must be supply. Therefore, now chocolate-covered coffee beans can be bought in supermarkets, as well as on virtual store websites. Fans of the confectionery claim that it banishes sleep no less effectively than energy drinks, but does not contain any synthetic additives, only natural ingredients.
Inside the dragee there are selected fruits of Arabica trees grown on plantations in Latin America. They are covered on the outside with a layer of chocolate - not very thin, not too thick, but just enough to make the bitter taste of the coffee bean pleasant and allow you to enjoy its aroma without completely drowning it out. Dessert lovers can choose which type of chocolate they like best: black, milk or white.
Since candy must be chewed, the coffee first undergoes special processing. It is kept for a long time in a closed container at a lower temperature than is done during frying. As a result, the product becomes fragile enough that it can be chewed without much difficulty. Low-temperature simmering allows you to preserve not only the natural aroma, but also all the beneficial substances: minerals, vitamin PP, antioxidants. The glaze layer, in turn, serves as an airtight container that prevents them from evaporating or oxidizing.
About the composition
Whole grain contains the same substances as ground powder. The only difference is in concentration. In the boiled powder diluted with water, the content of caffeine and other components is much lower.
With eaten grains, the body receives:
- caffeine;
- theobromine;
- tannin;
- chlorogenic acid;
- theophylline;
- amino acids;
- lipids;
- fiber;
- trigonelline;
- essential oils.
And this is far from a complete description of the rich composition. Calculations have shown that by eating 30 g of coffee beans, a person receives about 85 calories, 13 g of carbohydrates and 11 g of fiber. The most significant of the components is caffeine with its beneficial and harmful properties. It enters the body undiluted with fruits and is quickly absorbed through the oral mucosa. Therefore, consumption of coffee beans should be limited.
The safe daily dose of caffeine for a healthy person is 400 g, a single dose is 200 g. These are 20 and 10 beans, respectively.
Benefits of whole fruits
Coffee beans give the body not only vigor and energy. Thanks to the content of essential oils and acids, beans sanitize the oral cavity and freshen breath. As an alternative to chewing gum, you can eat coffee beans whole. This is disinfection and effective prevention of caries.
Theobromine balances blood glucose. Tannin has an antibacterial effect, removes toxins, and improves digestion. Theophylline is a natural prevention of thrombosis, a stimulant of the respiratory system.
The content of amino acids in grains has a beneficial effect on the immune system and ensures vascular tone. Lipids are protectors of the nervous system. And fiber is essential for controlling cholesterol levels. If the body receives it in sufficient quantities, the risk of developing cancer is significantly reduced.
Chlorogenic acid is a strong antioxidant of natural origin. It stimulates metabolism and the functioning of the circulatory system. As a result, the accumulation of fats is reduced and blood vessels are cleansed. Those who strive for an ideal figure can additionally eat coffee beans.
Chlorogenic acid almost completely evaporates during heat treatment (roasting). Therefore, supporters of a healthy lifestyle eat only raw, green beans.
Coffee beans in chocolate (how to use?)
May 30, 2018About chocolate
We can confidently say that the frantic pace of human life requires a certain stimulation to continue active activity. To overcome increased mental and physical stress, many people daily consume coffee products, including coffee beans contained in both regular brewed coffee and chocolate.
In general, you can buy chocolate-covered coffee beans in our store or prepare them yourself at home. Manufacturers of chocolate-covered coffee beans can offer various versions of such candies. Moreover, you can choose a variety of types of coffee beans in chocolate: black, white, milk and others.
Coffee beans in chocolate are a natural product and therefore do not require special preparation and cooking techniques. There are several ways to consume coffee beans.
One of the most common and effective methods is chewing grains, which reduces the risk of caries and destroys bacteria.
In general, this particular method has a beneficial effect not only on human health, but also on the oral cavity.
Another, equally common, is drinking chocolate-covered coffee beans as a drink. To do this, you need to melt the coffee beans either in a water bath or in the microwave. However, choose the melting temperature yourself, since the quality of the coffee beans may vary.
You can also use chocolate-covered coffee beans as a dessert or in addition to sweet spices. Chocolate covered coffee beans can be consumed just like a chocolate bar.
It is worth noting that coffee beans are a rather hard product, so it is strictly prohibited for people with dental problems, thin and sensitive enamel, or cardiovascular problems.
Also, you should not overuse coffee beans in chocolate, as this can lead to increased blood pressure. Ours offers coffee beans in the most unusual chocolate combinations, for example white chocolate with cocoa beans.
The pleasant taste and aroma of coffee beans will help you recharge with vigor and energy for the whole day!
How to consume coffee beans
It's time! It's time! You know, it's that time of year when the kitchen is filled with a clutter of homemade gifts. At least that's always the way I want it to go.
I start the holiday season with great expectations of transforming my kitchen into some sort of delightful Santa Claus workshop, but the reality is that giving one edible gift is as big an achievement as I can hope for.
And guess what? That's totally fine, especially if that gift is these decadent and easy Chocolate Chip Coffee Beans, one of my favorite homemade meal ideas!
I adore the richness, bitterness and sophistication of chocolate coffee beans, but creating them always seemed impossible as I've seen them sold very polished and perfectly symmetrical.
I just can't do it without fancy equipment. But then I thought about the organic shape of the chocolate truffle shapes - they are pleasantly imperfect.
In fact, this is what they should look like - like a real truffle, you know, like a mushroom.
So why don't my chocolate covered chocolate beans have the same random look? Well, they can, and they do, and they are all the more delicious.
How to make chocolate coffee beans
This is more of a method than a recipe for chocolate coffee beans as you can adjust the quantity to suit your needs.
Step 1:
I start by melting some dark chocolate. My preference is around 72%, but feel free to use what you like. You can also use dark chocolate chips if that's what you have on hand.
I prefer to melt the chocolate in the microwave as the risk of water getting into the chocolate is much less severe. Just remember to melt the chocolate in bursts for about 15-20 seconds and stir well after each heat. Chocolate can burn easily, and once that happens, you'll need to start over.
Step 2:
Once the chocolate has melted, toss in a handful of your favorite roasted coffee beans.
Blend the coffee for a few minutes. This allows the chocolate to slowly begin to set around the beans.
If you prefer a lot of chocolate surrounding the coffee bean, you'll need to double the dip. Dip the bean, then cool until the chocolate is completely set, then dip back into the melted chocolate.
Step 3:
Once all the beans are covered in chocolate, add them to the bowl with the cocoa powder.
At this point, you can split the coffee beans so that they are in small groups or just one bean. This process is quite confusing, and again we are going for imperfections.
Step 4:
Once the chocolate is completely set, add the chocolate coffee beans to the sifter and allow the excess cocoa powder to fall off.
This is it!
Well sealed, the beans will keep for several weeks. I like to pack them in small glass bags and a tie with a nice ribbon. They make the perfect little housewife gift or great to have around the house when you need something sweet. They also make a great ice cream mix when roughly chopped.
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Coffee beans in chocolate are not only tasty, but also healthy product containing:
- Phenols
- Antioxidants
- Vitamins of the PP group
- Row of minerals
- Oxazoles
And other useful substances.
Due to the presence of a large number of useful components, the delicacy we describe has: • High energy value • Tonic properties It also promotes brain function, lowers blood pressure, provokes the production of happiness hormones (endorphins), and improves vascular function.
Its moderate use allows you to get rid of the blues, increase efficiency, and improve composure. The benefits of coffee beans in chocolate have not yet been thoroughly studied by leading scientists. However, even now this product is recognized as one of the healthiest desserts.
First of all, because it:• Prepared on the basis of natural ingredients• Practically harmless to human health• Easily absorbed and digested by the body• Does not cause problems with obesityHowever, the delicacy we describe should still not be consumed by the following persons:• Diabetics• Allergy sufferers• People those with heart problems• Pregnant women It should also be noted that coffee beans in chocolate are beneficial only in reasonable quantities. Abuse of this sweetness causes considerable harm to the human body. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you consume no more than 1 pack of sweets per day.
How to get the most benefit from chocolate covered coffee beans?
To do this you need:
- Use these products in small quantities;
- Do not eat grains before bedtime, heavy physical activity, or during illness;
- Taste the product we are describing only on a full stomach;
- Combine the above delicacy with milk, sweet cottage cheese, fermented baked milk and other products containing large amounts of calcium;
- Chew each candy thoroughly.
Summing up
Chocolate covered coffee beans benefit almost everyone. However, when buying another pack of candies, you must remember that any medicine will turn into poison if taken in excessive quantities.
Sources used:
- https://wildchocolate.ru/kofejnye-zerna-v-shokolade-kak-upotreblyat/
- https://rus.beashandmade.com/holiday-buzz-an-easy-recipe-92090
- https://m.aromisto.com.ua/ru/articles/103-kofejnye-zerna-v-shokolade.html
Potential Harm
If you eat coffee fruits in moderation, they will only bring benefits. If consumed excessively, the following side effects may occur:
- Heartburn. This indicates a disturbance in the functioning of the stomach. Caffeine and catechols increase acidity, resulting in the release of stomach acid into the esophagus. Bloating and nausea may also occur.
- Laxative effect. Caffeine has a laxative effect. In rare cases, diarrhea occurs. It is very harmful for people suffering from intestinal diseases to eat coffee beans.
- Insomnia. An overdose of energy drinks can cause sleep disturbances. The condition is sometimes accompanied by anxiety, tremors, and irregular heart rhythm. In such cases, you need to reduce the dose and do not eat grains before bed.
Coffee beans are contraindicated during pregnancy and individual intolerance to the components. Hard grains are also not recommended for chewing by people with weak, sensitive tooth enamel.
Product Features
Chocolate covered coffee beans are prepared using the same principle. If you are afraid that you simply will not be able to chew the candy, then your fears are in vain. The grains undergo preliminary heat treatment. The temperature is not as high as when frying. This makes the grains brittle. You can easily bite through the jelly beans. By the way, the candies have a wonderful crunch.
Sweets manufacturers offer different versions of such sweets. You can choose any type of chocolate covered coffee bean. The most common is regular dark, but there are dragees with white, milk and black (with maximum cocoa content).
Original recipes with grain
And now - a couple of secrets on how lovers of chewing fruits can make their diet more refined.
In Apple pie order
You need to melt good, natural chocolate in a water bath. Pour coffee beans into the same container and stir. Using a fork, remove each dragee and place it on parchment. After two hours in the refrigerator, dessert can be eaten. If you pour the entire mixture into the mold, you will get a perfect tile. Bitter chocolate with the addition of a pinch of pepper and salt will make a spicy dietary treat.
Liqueur coffee&orange
You need to make 44 shallow slits in the orange and insert a grain into each. Place the fruit in a container and add 250 g of powdered sugar. Pour 500 ml of vodka on top. Keep the tincture, covered, in the refrigerator for 44 days, shaking occasionally. Before serving, the liqueur should be strained. Surely, the number 44 has a secret meaning, it is better to stick to it.
Invigorating effect
The tonic effect of coffee is no secret. Even a small cup of this drink in the morning will drive away the remnants of sleep and help you get involved in the work process. But some peoples, who learned to collect coffee beans in time immemorial, do not brew any drinks from it at all, but simply chew the roasted beans.
If you are feeling tired, stressed, or experiencing seasonal depression, chocolate covered coffee beans can be very helpful for you. How to use this product? Just put one little thing in your mouth and then chew or suck, whichever you prefer. When you first get acquainted with this product, you will probably be surprised by the potential hidden in one small piece of candy. It will be enough to cheer you up, and for those who are used to eating sweets, coffee in chocolate can be an excellent choice because its rich taste drowns out the feeling of hunger. These pills have an amazing effect. You are unlikely to want to eat more than three or four pieces in a day.
