Bright purple, delicately nutty, surprisingly fruity: Ube brings a new color to the world of chocolate. At Rausch Schokoladenhaus close to Berlin's Gendarmenmarkt, the special ingredient ube meets single-origin cocoa pulp and the finest patisserie craftsmanship. The result is two creations that are visually intriguing and tastefully memorable: the Ube tartlet for delis and cafés and the Ube spreadable chocolate bar to enjoy at home.
What is Ube?
Ube, pronounced "oo-beh", is a purple yam that is mainly known from Filipino cuisine. Its intense color is due to anthocyanins. These are natural plant substances that are also found in blueberries or red cabbage and provide strong red, blue and purple tones. Ube is not to be confused with the sweet potato, even if the color may remind you of it.
The taste of ube is smooth and complex. The ube tastes slightly sweet, nutty and creamy, with subtle notes of vanilla, coconut, pistachio and white chocolate. It is precisely this mild, aromatic depth that makes ube so exciting for dessert creations. It does not push itself to the fore, but combines harmoniously with chocolate, fruit and fine roasted aromas.
Ube is also interesting from a nutritional point of view. Among other things, the tuber contains fiber, vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium, calcium and iron. Its anthocyanins are considered antioxidant and can help protect cells from oxidative stress. Ube is naturally gluten-free, vegan and low in calories. In the patisserie, however, it naturally becomes part of a fine gourmet creation where taste, craftsmanship and special ingredients take center stage.
Ube meets Rausch Patisserie
The Ube products from Rausch are made directly by hand in the in-house Rausch patisserie. This is what makes them so special: each creation is made with a great deal of experience, precision and a feel for texture, balance and appearance.
The ube tartlet is more than just a dessert. It is a small homage to the cocoa fruit. Its shape echoes the natural silhouette of the fruit, from which single-origin cocoa is later made. The outside of the tartlet is an intense purple, decorated with cocoa nibs. Inside, it combines creamy mousse, fruity freshness and fine chocolate to create a multi-layered taste experience.
The Ube spreadable chocolate bar brings the same sense of craftsmanship to another form. It is available in the store at Gendarmenmarkt and is ideal for anyone who loves exceptional chocolate. White chocolate with Ube powder meets milk crisps, raspberries and raspberry pop. The result is delicate, fruity, creamy and playful at the same time.
What is cocoa pulp?
Cocoa pulp is the light, fruity pulp that surrounds the cocoa beans in the cocoa fruit. While the beans are later processed into chocolate, the pulp is a moment of pleasure in its own right. It does not taste chocolatey, but fresh, sweet-sour and tropical. Depending on its origin, it is reminiscent of lychee, citrus fruit, pear or honey.
Cocoa pulp plays an important role in the production of chocolate. During the fermentation of the cocoa beans, it provides natural sugars and acids that contribute to the development of the subsequent flavors. In patisserie, it opens up a special possibility: it brings the fruity side of the cocoa fruit directly into the dessert.
The Ube tartlet: purple, fruity, chocolaty
The Ube tartlet from Rausch combines cocoa in several facets. The base is formed by a base soaked in cocoa pulp. This creates a juicy, delicately fruity base. The base is covered in Rausch Venezuela 43% fine milk chocolate. This brings mild cocoa notes, creamy melting and a balanced sweetness.
This is followed by a mousse of white chocolate and ube. It is delicate, aromatic and brings out the typical violet color in a particularly elegant way. A fruity pulp core awaits inside, bringing freshness and lightness to the tartlet. Cocoa nibs on the outside add a fine crunch and are reminiscent of the origin of every chocolate creation: the cocoa bean.
The result is a tart that stands out visually and surprises with its taste. Creamy, fruity, mildly nutty and chocolatey at the same time.
The Ube spreadable chocolate bar: craft to go
The Ube chocolate spread is a colorful treat from the Rausch patisserie. White chocolate forms the creamy base. Ube powder gives it its unmistakable violet color and a fine, nutty sweetness. Milk crisps provide a delicate bite, raspberries a fruity acidity and raspberry pop for a surprising moment on the tongue.
This bar is not classic, but deliberately special. It suits people who love chocolate but also want to discover new flavors. As a gift, as a souvenir from Berlin or as a small reward for special moments of indulgence.
Discover Ube products at Gendarmenmarkt
The Ube tartlet is available at Rausch Deli and Café on Berlin's Gendarmenmarkt. The Ube chocolate bar is sold in the store. Both products are made by hand in the in-house Rausch patisserie and combine modern flavors with traditional chocolate craftsmanship.
Discover the purple side of chocolate now at Rausch Schokoladenhaus am Gendarmenmarkt.
