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Pumpkin chocolate
swirl brownies | Recipe

25 October 2024

Pumpkin pie can be done differently: these orange-brown autumn brownies are a real highlight, both visually and in terms of flavour.

Dubai Chocolate |
Recipe

18 October 2024

Crispy Kataifi dough in creamy pistachio cream covered in the finest chocolate - Dubai Chocolate is a sweet trend...

Chocolate
Journey 2024

29 August 2024

Chocolate is a popular ingredient in cakes, pastries and more all over the world. In 2024, we take a look around the globe and present you with recipes typical of various countries ...

Chilli sin carne with dark chocolate | Recipe

9 October 2024

Chilli sin carne with chocolate? Classic Tex-Mex recipe with 85% dark chocolate, espresso and wine...

Mochi with chocolate-hazelnut filling | Recipe

27 September 2024

Mochi are a delicious trend from Japan: small, soft rice cakes with various fillings. With us, of course, with chocolate...

Global cocoa crisis

19 September 2024

Forecasted crop failures and bottlenecks in availability are causing cocoa prices to skyrocket. With far-reaching consequences for everyone, from cocoa suppliers and manufacturers to consumers. As often, the wrong people benefit from such situations. We explain why.

Belgian Seashell Pralines | Recipe

29 August 2024

The so-called "Seashells" is a well-known praline format with a nougat filling and originally Belgian chocolate. The maritime praline classic in vegan today with us.

Torta della Nonna | Recipe

19 April 2024

Come with us to the sunny south of Tuscany and enjoy the famous "Torta della Nonna" with white VIVANI chocolate and refreshing lemon.

Chocolate Iced Coffee | Recipe

12 July 2024

For all those who can't decide between iced coffee and iced chocolate, today we have a recipe for delicious chocolate iced coffee...

VIVANI World

Global cocoa crisis

19 September 2024

Forecasted crop failures and bottlenecks in availability are causing cocoa prices to skyrocket. With far-reaching consequences for everyone, from cocoa suppliers and manufacturers to consumers. As often, the wrong people benefit from such situations. We explain why.

German Customer
Award for Vivani

18 June 2024

The "German Customer Award" honours Germany's best and most popular brands every year. VIVANI was voted "Outstanding Brand" by 441,000 participants in the online survey, particularly in the areas of quality and value for money.

Cocoa –
the new gold?

17 May 2024

Why does the price of chocolate keep rising? Read our detailed report to find out and learn about the latest developments in the cocoa industry.

Kicking off the year
with six new products

13 March 2024

We’re all set for a brilliant year with six new VIVANI products! So what are they and how do they taste?

VIVANI wins 16th German Sustainability Award

25 January 2024

We are thrilled. We were honoured with the German Sustainability Award 2024 for our ecological and social commitment.

Stark entöltes Kakaopulver

VIVANI’s first
Demeter chocolates

25 September 2023

VIVANI goes Demeter: After more than 20 years of finest organic chocolates, we are now launching our first Demeter-certified bars...

New vegan chocolate
bars from VIVANI

10 March 2023

Our vegan VIVANIs are made with special ingredients such as buckwheat and tigernut flour - the taste is almost indistinguishable from classic milk chocolate...

»Best Sweet Product«
in Estonia

23 May 2022

Every Year Estonian main food magazine "Oma Maitse" organizes a competition to find out the best flavours and products. We have been nominated with our "Fine Dark Mallorca Fleur de Sel" chocolate ... and it actually won the first prize in the confectionery category.

Gourmet salt
meets chocolate

22 March 2022

Flor de Sal d'Es Trenc gives our Mallorca chocolates that certain something. Learn more about the gourmet salt in the expert interview...

News and past

German Customer
Award for Vivani

18 June 2024

The "German Customer Award" honours Germany's best and most popular brands every year. VIVANI was voted "Outstanding Brand" by 441,000 participants in the online survey, particularly in the areas of quality and value for money.

Cocoa –
the new gold?

17 May 2024

Why does the price of chocolate keep rising? Read our detailed report to find out and learn about the latest developments in the cocoa industry.

Kicking off the year
with six new products

13 March 2024

We’re all set for a brilliant year with six new VIVANI products! So what are they and how do they taste?

VIVANI wins 16th German Sustainability Award

25 January 2024

We are thrilled. We were honoured with the German Sustainability Award 2024 for our ecological and social commitment.

Stark entöltes Kakaopulver

VIVANI’s first
Demeter chocolates

25 September 2023

VIVANI goes Demeter: After more than 20 years of finest organic chocolates, we are now launching our first Demeter-certified bars...

New vegan chocolate
bars from VIVANI

10 March 2023

Our vegan VIVANIs are made with special ingredients such as buckwheat and tigernut flour - the taste is almost indistinguishable from classic milk chocolate...

»Best Sweet Product«
in Estonia

23 May 2022

Every Year Estonian main food magazine "Oma Maitse" organizes a competition to find out the best flavours and products. We have been nominated with our "Fine Dark Mallorca Fleur de Sel" chocolate ... and it actually won the first prize in the confectionery category.

Gourmet salt
meets chocolate

22 March 2022

Flor de Sal d'Es Trenc gives our Mallorca chocolates that certain something. Learn more about the gourmet salt in the expert interview...

First own cocoa
project started

3 February 2021

In order to improve the situation in the origins of our cocoa, we are currently launching our own "Direct Trade" project for particularly sustainably and fairly produced cocoa in the Dominican Republic.

Behind the scenes

Global cocoa crisis

19 September 2024

Forecasted crop failures and bottlenecks in availability are causing cocoa prices to skyrocket. With far-reaching consequences for everyone, from cocoa suppliers and manufacturers to consumers. As often, the wrong people benefit from such situations. We explain why.

Cocoa –
the new gold?

17 May 2024

Why does the price of chocolate keep rising? Read our detailed report to find out and learn about the latest developments in the cocoa industry.

VIVANI wins 16th German Sustainability Award

25 January 2024

We are thrilled. We were honoured with the German Sustainability Award 2024 for our ecological and social commitment.

First own cocoa
project started

3 February 2021

In order to improve the situation in the origins of our cocoa, we are currently launching our own "Direct Trade" project for particularly sustainably and fairly produced cocoa in the Dominican Republic.

From cocoa mass
to chocolate

19 July 2018

Final of our special on the long production process of chocolate. Part 4 reveals what happens in the chocolate factory ...

Partners & Projects

Fair Vivani cocoa:
Our first own cocoa project

14 January 2022

In order to sustainably improve the situation in the origins of our cocoa, we have launched our own "Direct Trade" project for particularly sustainably and fairly produced cocoa in the Dominican Republic in 2020. In this ticker we will keep you up to date with all the latest developments.

Chocolate paper
for unique comic art

15 May 2020

The famous Italian comic designer Stefano Tamiazzo uses packaging parts of VIVANI chocolates for some really unique comic art.

Recipes

Pumpkin chocolate
swirl brownies | Recipe

25 October 2024

Pumpkin pie can be done differently: these orange-brown autumn brownies are a real highlight, both visually and in terms of flavour.

Dubai Chocolate |
Recipe

18 October 2024

Crispy Kataifi dough in creamy pistachio cream covered in the finest chocolate - Dubai Chocolate is a sweet trend...

Chocolate
Journey 2024

29 August 2024

Chocolate is a popular ingredient in cakes, pastries and more all over the world. In 2024, we take a look around the globe and present you with recipes typical of various countries ...

Chilli sin carne with dark chocolate | Recipe

9 October 2024

Chilli sin carne with chocolate? Classic Tex-Mex recipe with 85% dark chocolate, espresso and wine...

Mochi with chocolate-hazelnut filling | Recipe

27 September 2024

Mochi are a delicious trend from Japan: small, soft rice cakes with various fillings. With us, of course, with chocolate...

Belgian Seashell Pralines | Recipe

29 August 2024

The so-called "Seashells" is a well-known praline format with a nougat filling and originally Belgian chocolate. The maritime praline classic in vegan today with us.

Torta della Nonna | Recipe

19 April 2024

Come with us to the sunny south of Tuscany and enjoy the famous "Torta della Nonna" with white VIVANI chocolate and refreshing lemon.

Chocolate Iced Coffee | Recipe

12 July 2024

For all those who can't decide between iced coffee and iced chocolate, today we have a recipe for delicious chocolate iced coffee...

Mallorcan Chocolate Almond Cake

20 June 2024

"Gató de almendra" – Mallorcan Almond Cake is an absolute classic from the beautiful Mediterranean island. We refine it with salted chocolate...

Cakes & Pies

Pumpkin chocolate
swirl brownies | Recipe

25 October 2024

Pumpkin pie can be done differently: these orange-brown autumn brownies are a real highlight, both visually and in terms of flavour.

Torta della Nonna | Recipe

19 April 2024

Come with us to the sunny south of Tuscany and enjoy the famous "Torta della Nonna" with white VIVANI chocolate and refreshing lemon.

Mallorcan Chocolate Almond Cake

20 June 2024

"Gató de almendra" – Mallorcan Almond Cake is an absolute classic from the beautiful Mediterranean island. We refine it with salted chocolate...

Rhubarb galette with white chocolate | Recipe

28 May 2024

Our rhubarb galette combines tart rhubarb with sweet "frangipane" cream to create a truly indulgent experience.

Royal Cheesecake with Chocolate | Recipe

23 April 2024

„Sernik Królewski“? Come with us to Poland and try a slice of the Royal Cheesecake...

Sacher Torte |
A recipe classic

21 March 2024

No celebration without a cake! Our recipe for a Sacher Torte is very close to the original - temptingly delicious ...

Granny’s Chocolate Sponge Cake | Recipe

8 March 2024

Grandma's cakes are not known for their positive calorie balance. But we can still treat ourselves to a slice for a festive occasion...

Baked Apple Brownie Cake | Recipe

15 December 2023

Looking for a great dessert or a wintery cake for Advent and Christmas? Be sure to try our Baked Apple Brownie Cake with pecans...

Pumpkin Cake
with Nougat Cream | Recipe

13 October 2023

Pumpkin in cake is a real treat - especially with gianduja nougat cream topping...

Desserts & Small ones

Dubai Chocolate |
Recipe

18 October 2024

Crispy Kataifi dough in creamy pistachio cream covered in the finest chocolate - Dubai Chocolate is a sweet trend...

Mochi with chocolate-hazelnut filling | Recipe

27 September 2024

Mochi are a delicious trend from Japan: small, soft rice cakes with various fillings. With us, of course, with chocolate...

Belgian Seashell Pralines | Recipe

29 August 2024

The so-called "Seashells" is a well-known praline format with a nougat filling and originally Belgian chocolate. The maritime praline classic in vegan today with us.

Rhubarb galette with white chocolate | Recipe

28 May 2024

Our rhubarb galette combines tart rhubarb with sweet "frangipane" cream to create a truly indulgent experience.

Strawberry Éclairs | Recipe

23 June 2022

Èclairs are French choux pastry sticks that - in our version - are filled with white chocolate pudding and strawberries - yummy!

Easy hazelnut chocolate spread | Recipe

26 April 2024

A delicious chocolate spread is very easy to make yourself. Our version contains a particularly high proportion of hazelnuts.

Peanut Butter
Donuts | Recipe

22 February 2024

It's hard to imagine New York without donuts, just like the Statue of Liberty. We have a dreamy chocolate and peanut variation for you...

Millionaire’s Shortbread | Recipe

19 January 2023

Millionaire's Shortbread – that's the name of the delicious variation of the Scottish shortbread with a caramel and chocolate layer.

White Chocolate Blueberry Scones | Recipe

15 September 2023

Scones today in the US version: triangular and with white chocolate as well as fresh blueberries...

Drinks & Hearty dishes

Chilli sin carne with dark chocolate | Recipe

9 October 2024

Chilli sin carne with chocolate? Classic Tex-Mex recipe with 85% dark chocolate, espresso and wine...

Chocolate Iced Coffee | Recipe

12 July 2024

For all those who can't decide between iced coffee and iced chocolate, today we have a recipe for delicious chocolate iced coffee...

Vegan Chocolate Porridge | Recipe

19 January 2023

A porridge warms you up and gives you strength for the day. Our vegan version scores with especially many delicious toppings...

Sweet ’n’ fluffy
Focaccia | Recipe

13 October 2020

Sweet focaccia? Oh yeah, with caramelized pears and chocolate - today with us!

Berries Milkshake With Cranberry Chocolate | Recipe

21 March 2019

Energy-booster with berries, chocolate, yoghurt and almond milk in sight!

Cappuccino Smoothie | Recipe

19 July 2018

We’ve got a very creamy and healthy smoothie with Cappuccino Chocolate for you…

Seasonal

Pumpkin chocolate
swirl brownies | Recipe

25 October 2024

Pumpkin pie can be done differently: these orange-brown autumn brownies are a real highlight, both visually and in terms of flavour.

Strawberry Éclairs | Recipe

23 June 2022

Èclairs are French choux pastry sticks that - in our version - are filled with white chocolate pudding and strawberries - yummy!

Baked Apple Brownie Cake | Recipe

15 December 2023

Looking for a great dessert or a wintery cake for Advent and Christmas? Be sure to try our Baked Apple Brownie Cake with pecans...

Pumpkin Cake
with Nougat Cream | Recipe

13 October 2023

Pumpkin in cake is a real treat - especially with gianduja nougat cream topping...

White Chocolate Blueberry Scones | Recipe

15 September 2023

Scones today in the US version: triangular and with white chocolate as well as fresh blueberries...

Chocolate Charlotte Cake with raspberries | Recipe

21 July 2023

Light and fruity, creamy and chocolatey at the same time? Welcome the summer with our delicious Chocolate Charlotte Cake with raspberries...

Vegan Hi-Hat
Cupcakes | Recipe

26 May 2023

Hi-Hat Cupcakes are muffins piled high with a chocolate coating. Here today in vegan with hidden strawberry...

Chocolate Orange
Panna Cotta | Recipe

15 December 2022

Panna cotta today in vegan and Christmassy - enjoy the perfect festive dessert with lovely notes of chocolate and orange....

The vegan oat chia cookies are a real eye-catcher decorated with VIVANI chocolate and colourful sprinkles

Christmas Oat Chia Cookies | Recipe

7 December 2022

A quick and vegan biscuit recipe for the pre-Christmas season without white sugar, but with Christmas spices and chia? Click here for the recipe...

Vegan

Pumpkin chocolate
swirl brownies | Recipe

25 October 2024

Pumpkin pie can be done differently: these orange-brown autumn brownies are a real highlight, both visually and in terms of flavour.

Chilli sin carne with dark chocolate | Recipe

9 October 2024

Chilli sin carne with chocolate? Classic Tex-Mex recipe with 85% dark chocolate, espresso and wine...

Belgian Seashell Pralines | Recipe

29 August 2024

The so-called "Seashells" is a well-known praline format with a nougat filling and originally Belgian chocolate. The maritime praline classic in vegan today with us.

Vegan Hi-Hat
Cupcakes | Recipe

26 May 2023

Hi-Hat Cupcakes are muffins piled high with a chocolate coating. Here today in vegan with hidden strawberry...

Vegan Chocolate Porridge | Recipe

19 January 2023

A porridge warms you up and gives you strength for the day. Our vegan version scores with especially many delicious toppings...

Chocolate Orange
Panna Cotta | Recipe

15 December 2022

Panna cotta today in vegan and Christmassy - enjoy the perfect festive dessert with lovely notes of chocolate and orange....

The vegan oat chia cookies are a real eye-catcher decorated with VIVANI chocolate and colourful sprinkles

Christmas Oat Chia Cookies | Recipe

7 December 2022

A quick and vegan biscuit recipe for the pre-Christmas season without white sugar, but with Christmas spices and chia? Click here for the recipe...

VIVANI Praliné Cake | Recipe

15 November 2022

This delicious vegan cake will definitely be an eye candy for your next party…

Vegan Chocolate
Peanut Butter
Tartlets | Recipe

6 May 2022

Chocolate and peanut is a classic. Our tartlets are naturally sweetened, have a high cocoa content and chocolate pretzels on board.

Chocolate knowledge

Global cocoa crisis

19 September 2024

Forecasted crop failures and bottlenecks in availability are causing cocoa prices to skyrocket. With far-reaching consequences for everyone, from cocoa suppliers and manufacturers to consumers. As often, the wrong people benefit from such situations. We explain why.

Stark entöltes Kakaopulver

VIVANI’s first
Demeter chocolates

25 September 2023

VIVANI goes Demeter: After more than 20 years of finest organic chocolates, we are now launching our first Demeter-certified bars...

The difference between vegan chocolate and normal chocolate

28 April 2023

What is it that actually sets vegan chocolate apart? Isn’t it just normal chocolate without the milk? Well, there is a little more to it than that, as we find out below...

What is nougat?

23 February 2023

Nougat is the mother of all temptations for those with a sweet tooth. But what different types of nougat are there and how are they made?

Traditional yeast plait Babka, filled with delicious VIVANI organic chocolate

Caramel-Chocolate-Babka | Recipe

1 December 2022

Do you know the popular yeast plait "Babka"? We have a delicious recipe with chocolate-caramel filling for you...

Hemp: a drug and a superfood

11 May 2022

Hemp is a ubiquitous trend food. What are the health benefits and where are the differences to the drug marijuana?

Gourmet salt
meets chocolate

22 March 2022

Flor de Sal d'Es Trenc gives our Mallorca chocolates that certain something. Learn more about the gourmet salt in the expert interview...

Working with cooking chocolate: Tips & tricks

11 October 2024

Pralines, cakes and the like are ideally decorated with cooking chocolate. But how do you work with it properly?

DIY drink decorations with chocolate wrappers

22 April 2021

What to do with old chocolate wrappers? Too good to throw away? Then by all means read on...

Green Life

Cocoa –
the new gold?

17 May 2024

Why does the price of chocolate keep rising? Read our detailed report to find out and learn about the latest developments in the cocoa industry.

Stark entöltes Kakaopulver

VIVANI’s first
Demeter chocolates

25 September 2023

VIVANI goes Demeter: After more than 20 years of finest organic chocolates, we are now launching our first Demeter-certified bars...

DIY drink decorations with chocolate wrappers

22 April 2021

What to do with old chocolate wrappers? Too good to throw away? Then by all means read on...

Do bees secure
our chocolate supply?

20 May 2021

Bees are immensely important for our ecosystem. As pollinators, they ensure the maintenance of a healthy flora and are therefore of vital importance to us humans. We ask ourselves whether bees also influence the spread of the cocoa plant. The answer is sheer astounding!

From chocolate wrapper to fertile soil?

28 April 2020

They are the greenest production sites in existence: yes, we are talking about garden compost heaps. We reveal the correct way to compost and why you should always throw the packaging film from your VIVANI chocolate bar onto the compost heap…

Mystical Peru

17 October 2019

High mountains, deep ravines, ancient ruins and pulsating cities. Peru is a land of juxtapositions and colourful diversity. And this is also reflected in its cocoa farming.

Events & Must-haves

Competitions

New vegan chocolate
bars from VIVANI

10 March 2023

Our vegan VIVANIs are made with special ingredients such as buckwheat and tigernut flour - the taste is almost indistinguishable from classic milk chocolate...

Unfortunately no
current competition …

1 July 2019

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