What pH Is Alkalized Cocoa Powder, and Why Does It Change Colour?
Alkalized cocoa powder has a pH of about 6.8 to 8.4, and black cocoa reaches about 8 to 9. See the pH of each grade, why alkalization darkens cocoa, and what decides red, brown or black.
Cocoa Powder pH: Why Natural (Non-Alkalized) Cocoa Is Acidic and How It Bakes
Cocoa powder pH explained: natural (non-alkalized) cocoa sits at about 5 to 6, so it needs baking soda. Get swap rules, uses and buying tips.