Sicilian Organic Black Sapote

The only fruit in the world with a chocolate flavor – Grown in Sicily, 100% Italian

The “Chocolate Fruit Pudding”: an exotic treasure from sunny Sicilian organic crops, velvety like a natural dessert.

Sicilian Organic Black Sapote: Exoticism Made in Italy

Welcome to the unexpected world of Organic Sicilian Black Sapote, an exotic treasure grown in the sun-drenched lands of the island of the sun. Known worldwide as the "Chocolate Pudding Fruit," it is the only fruit in the world that spontaneously tastes like dark chocolate without any added sugar, cocoa, or sweeteners—a true botanical miracle of nature. Its pulp, once perfectly ripe, develops a velvety, creamy, and melting texture similar to that of a ripe vanilla persimmon, and a deep, dark color reminiscent of authentic dark chocolate pudding. Grown in Sicily by small, certified organic farms, it benefits from the warm Mediterranean climate and sun exposure, giving it a unique, deep, and bittersweet flavor profile. It is the perfect dessert straight from nature, without any processing: a fruit that speaks to contemporary Sicilian agricultural biodiversity and the excellence of exotic Made in Italy.

The roots of this Black Sapote are deep in tradition

Black sapote (Diospyros nigra), despite its name suggesting distant origins, is botanically related to the persimmon: it belongs to the same Ebenaceae family. Its native land is southern Mexico, Central America, and the rainforests of the Antilles, where the ancient Mayan and Aztec populations cultivated it for over 2000 years in their ritual gardens. Cortés, during the conquest of Mexico in 1521, was among the first Europeans to describe it in his reports to the Spanish crown, attracted by its enigmatic flavor. For centuries, it remained confined to the tropical Americas, until, in the 2000s, some innovative Sicilian farmers decided to take up the challenge of growing it on the island, taking advantage of the warm Mediterranean microclimate ideal for subtropical plants. Today, Sicily is one of the very few regions in Europe to produce Black Sapote of the highest quality, the fruit of contemporary Mediterranean agriculture that is reinventing its identity by sustainably welcoming tropical species, contributing to Italy's agricultural biodiversity.

Choosing Black Sapote means taking care of yourself

Black Sapote is a true superfruit with an exceptional nutritional profile, representing a gastronomic revolution for those who love the taste of chocolate but want to make healthy food choices. It is naturally rich in vitamin C (higher in concentration than oranges in some varieties), which is essential for the immune system, skin health, and collagen synthesis. It provides a significant amount of dietary fiber, which promotes intestinal transit, nourishes the beneficial microbiota, and contributes to a feeling of satiety. It contains vitamin A (in the form of carotenoids), potassium, which supports cardiovascular health, calcium for bones, magnesium, and antioxidant anthocyanins (responsible for its characteristic dark color). Unlike traditional chocolate, it is naturally free of theobromine and caffeine and has a very low fat content, making it ideal for children, the elderly, athletes, people with sleep disorders, and those watching their calorie intake. It is also vegan, gluten-free, and has no added sugars: the most virtuous sweet treat imaginable.

How to Best Use: Organic Sicilian Black Sapote

• SPOON DESSERT AND GOURMET RAW FOOD MOUSSE —The most authentic way to enjoy Black Sapote is to scoop out the pulp with a spoon when it's perfectly ripe (the skin becomes soft and almost black), savoring it directly like a natural pudding. For a signature dessert, blend the pulp with a few flakes of India Organic Dark Chocolate 70% grated, a cinnamon stick and a handful of Organic Roasted Shelled Hazelnuts chopped. Complete with a spoonful of Organic Tuscia Hazelnut Honey to amplify the creamy-chocolatey effect.
• GOURMET BREAKFAST WITH YOGURT AND SMOOTHIE BOWL —Add spoonfuls of Black Sapote pulp to a cup of Organic Farm White Yogurt or Organic Buffalo Ricotta for a delicious, nutritious and complete breakfast with a handful of Organic Oat Flakes e Organic Shelled Almonds: a Hawaiian-Sicilian breakfast that tells the story of the exoticism of Italian biodiversity.
• GOURMET PAIRINGS WITH SPICES AND BOLD COMBINATIONS — Experiment with bold combinations typical of signature cuisine: a pinch of chili pepper enhances the cocoa notes in the manner of Mexican “molé” chocolate; a pinch of Organic Sicilian Vanilla Oranges adds a Mediterranean citrus note; an espresso coffee of ours Organic Kornesha Peruvian Coffee Poured over, it transforms the fruit into a memorable “exotic affogato.” Try it also blended with 100% Organic Apple Juice  e fresh ginger for a spicy and invigorating smoothie.

Ingredients

100% organic Sicilian Black Sapote (Diospyros nigra). Origin: Sicily, Italy. Gluten-free, no significant allergens. No added sugars, no preservatives, no colorings. Vegan.

Nutritional Values ​​(average values ​​per 100g of product)

• Energy: 335 KJ / 80 Kcal
• Fat: 0,3 g (of which saturated fatty acids: 0 g)
• Carbohydrates: 18 g (of which sugars: 14 g)
• Fiber: 5,3 g
• Protein: 0,7 g
• Salt: 0,01 g
• Vitamin C: 191 mg (over 200% of the daily requirement)

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