How to Use cocoa in a Sentence

cocoa

noun
Definition of cocoanext
  • The recipe calls for three tablespoons of cocoa.
  • The flavor is rich and fudgy, with just a hint of bitterness from the cocoa.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2024
  • Bright, deep ruby red; aromas of black plum, black raspberry and a hint of cocoa powder.
    — Tom Hyland, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2022
  • This is then spiked with some dry chocolate bitters, which add spice and a wonderful background cocoa note.
    — Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2022
  • Our version boasts matcha and cocoa powder, but classic recipes have nothing but vanilla extract to flavor it.
    — Charlyne Mattox, Country Living, 21 Apr. 2022
  • This luxe formula relies on cocoa and shea butter to moisturize, hydrate, and soften your skin.
    — Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 31 Mar. 2022
  • It's made out of a mix of cupuaçu and cocoa butters, oils like olive and castor, and so many more moisturizing ingredients to keep your pout super soft all day.
    — Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 13 Apr. 2022
  • While West Africa leads the world in cocoa production and exports, Ecuador is one of the world's largest fine cocoa producers.
    — Josh Rivera, USA TODAY, 13 Oct. 2024
  • But the outlook for cocoa isn’t looking too dark, as cocoa analysts and traders expect the current deficit to flip to a surplus due to improved weather conditions.
    — Erika Tulfo, CNN, 20 Oct. 2024
  • Balancing its foodie elements—cocoa absolute, honey comb, and lemon sugar—with heliotrope puts a new twist on a familiar treat.
    — Janelle Okwodu, Vogue, 19 Apr. 2022
  • The bags were filled with puzzles, books, playing cards, food treats, such as hot cocoa and chicken noodle soup, toothbrushes and toiletries to help children make it through their time in quarantine.
    — Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Apr. 2022
  • There is also cocoa powder in the filling, which triggered my memory of eating the vaguely bitter, powdery filling that barely laces the dough spiral.
    — Ben Mimscooking Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2022
  • But no one had thought to dip ladyfingers in espresso; layer them in a baking dish; douse them with a mixture of mascarpone, egg yolks, cream, and sugar; dust the dish with cocoa powder; chill and serve.
    — Susan Orlean, The New Yorker, 23 Mar. 2022
  • Nut Butter is reliably slippery and keeps things gliding, thanks to its all-natural formulation that includes coconut oil, beeswax and cocoa seed butter.
    — Christopher Solomon, WSJ, 29 Mar. 2022
  • Most dark chocolate products contain between 70 and 85% cocoa, though certain types can contain much lower and higher cocoa percentages.
    — Jillian Kubala, Health, 28 Oct. 2024
  • These dairy-free bites pair acai berry sorbet filling with a vegan dark chocolate coating, delivering the ultimate blend of tangy fruit and rich cocoa flavor for only 50 calories per piece.
    — Stefani Sassos, Ms, Rdn, Cso, Cdn, Nasm-Cpt, Good Housekeeping, 18 Apr. 2022
  • This means that the cocoa booth will be back for the first time since 2019.
    — oregonlive, 2 Nov. 2022
  • Many of the homes sell treats and hot cocoa, so make sure to have a few bucks on hand.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Dec. 2022
  • Trees must be trimmed, and there are cups to be filled with cocoa.
    — Curbed, 27 Dec. 2023
  • To serve, remove it from the foil, dust it with the cocoa powder and slice.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Apr. 2023
  • And be sure to warm up with snuggles and lots of hot cocoa.
    — Carolyn Twersky, Seventeen, 22 Dec. 2022
  • So, grab your shopping bags, a hot cocoa and hit the road.
    — Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 20 Dec. 2022
  • For the cocoa tree to fruit well, rains need to come at the right times in the growing cycle.
    — Hilaire Zon, ajc, 13 Nov. 2022
  • It’s a classic, malty and sweet with caramel and cocoa.
    — oregonlive, 8 Aug. 2022
  • Stick to two to four squares a day and opt for 70 percent cocoa or more, adds Gomer.
    — Women's Health, 28 Aug. 2023
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the cocoa powder, sugar and salt, then blend in the vanilla.
    — Katie Workman, USA TODAY, 11 Feb. 2023
  • Read it to or with your kids by a fire while sipping a mug of hot cocoa.
    — Elizabeth Berry, Woman's Day, 15 Nov. 2022
  • The luxe part of this scent hails from the light touch of florals, velvety cocoa shell, fresh amyris, and a creamy milk blend.
    — Lily Wohlner, Women's Health, 9 Aug. 2023
  • The maker of Reese’s and KitKat has been hurt by rising cocoa costs.
    — Christina Cheddar Berk, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2024
  • For much of the last decade, a ton of cocoa was priced around $2,500; in the past few months, the cost has skyrocketed.
    — Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 May 2024

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