Valrhona Jivara 40% Milk Chocolate Bar 70g

40% Milk Chocolate

Discover the beautifully balanced flavour of Valrhona Jivara 40% Milk Chocolate Bar 70g, a luxurious French milk chocolate with a rich cocoa character and wonderfully smooth, creamy texture. Created by renowned French chocolatier Valrhona, Jivara brings together the comforting sweetness of milk chocolate with the depth and complexity usually associated with darker varieties.

With a minimum of 40% cocoa solids, this premium milk chocolate delivers a distinctive combination of roasted cocoa, warm malt and delicate vanilla notes. Its silky, melt-in-the-mouth texture makes it a pleasure to enjoy straight from the bar, while its balanced sweetness works beautifully in chocolate ganache, homemade desserts, ice cream and baking.

At i4C, we're particularly fond of Jivara for its rich cocoa flavour without being overly sweet. It's the sort of chocolate that makes an afternoon coffee feel like a treat, and the handy 70g bar is just the right size for a little indulgence or a thoughtful foodie gift. Pair it with caramel, hazelnuts or coffee for a particularly delicious combination.

Key Features:

• Jivara 40% Milk Chocolate.
• 70g chocolate bar.
• Minimum 40% cocoa solids.
• Made in France.
• Pronounced cocoa notes with hints of malt and vanilla.
• Pure cocoa butter made without substitute vegetable fats.
• Ideal for gifting, sharing or smaller chocolate recipes.

Recipe Inspiration:

• Milk Chocolate & Hazelnut Ganache: Melt Jivara chocolate with warm double cream to create a silky ganache for filling chocolate tarts topped with toasted hazelnuts.
• Salted Caramel Chocolate Cookies: Fold chopped Jivara milk chocolate into cookie dough with salted caramel pieces for soft, chewy cookies.
• Milk Chocolate & Coffee Mousse: Combine melted Jivara chocolate with espresso and whipped cream for a light, creamy dessert with a gentle coffee flavour.
• Homemade Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries: Dip fresh strawberries into melted Jivara milk chocolate and allow to set for a simple, elegant treat.

What makes Valrhona Jivara 40% different from ordinary milk chocolate?

Jivara has a higher cocoa percentage than many conventional milk chocolate bars, which often contain around 25–35% cocoa solids. This gives it a more pronounced chocolate flavour while retaining the creamy character associated with milk chocolate. Its distinctive malt notes also add complexity that you don't always find in everyday chocolate.

Can Valrhona Jivara milk chocolate be tempered for chocolate making?

Yes, Jivara can be tempered to achieve a glossy finish and satisfying snap when making chocolate decorations, moulded chocolates or dipped treats. For milk chocolate, a typical tempering process involves melting to approximately 45–48°C, cooling to 27–28°C and gently reheating to a working temperature of around 29–30°C. Always check the manufacturer's recommended temperatures for the best results.

Why does Valrhona Jivara chocolate contain malt extract?

Barley malt extract contributes to Jivara's characteristic flavour, introducing gentle toasted cereal notes that complement the cocoa and milk. This creates a more rounded taste, helping balance the sweetness and giving Jivara its recognisable malty finish.

Ingredients:

cocoa butter, whole MILK powder, sugar, cocoa beans, brown sugar, emulsifier: sunflower lecithin, natural vanilla extract, BARLEY malt extract. 40% cocoa minimum, pure cocoa butter.

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