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Julieta Amaranth Bites — Dark Chocolate Superfood Snack
$8.00
Julieta Amaranth Bites by Ecuadorian Essence combine puffed organic amaranth with dark chocolate made from Ecuadorian fine-aroma cacao and sweetened with panela, creating a light, airy and crunchy snack rooted in one of the oldest grains of the Americas.
Description
An Ancient Grain Meets Ecuadorian Cacao
Ecuadorian Essence offers Julieta Amaranth Bites to unite amaranth, one of the oldest cultivated grains of the Americas, with fine-aroma cacao from Ecuador in one snack made in Ecuador.
Amaranth has been cultivated in the Americas for thousands of years. Ecuador is the world’s largest producer of fine flavor cacao, a category that represents only about 5% of global production according to the International Cocoa Organization.
Julieta Bites come to the Washington DC area with Ecuadorian Essence, a family from Ecuador. They are not sold in national chains.
Ecuador sits on the equator, where days last close to twelve hours all year, and its coast produces Nacional cacao, the fine-aroma variety behind the chocolate in Julieta Bites.
Why Amaranth
Ecuadorian Essence uses puffed organic amaranth in these bites because, once puffed, the tiny seed becomes light and crisp, giving the snack an airy texture.
Amaranth is smaller than quinoa and puffs when heated, a little like popcorn. It is naturally gluten-free and valued in plant-based diets as a source of plant protein, fiber and minerals.
Its mild, slightly nutty flavor lets the fine-aroma cacao lead.
Sweetened With Panela
Julieta Bites are sweetened with panela, the unrefined whole cane sugar traditional in Ecuador. Panela is still sugar, but it keeps more of the cane’s character and adds a gentle caramel note.
Ingredients
Dark chocolate made with Ecuadorian fine-aroma cacao; puffed organic amaranth; panela. May contain traces of soy. Always check the label for the complete ingredient list and allergen statement.
Why Chocolate and Ancient Grains Belong Together
Ecuadorian Essence combines cacao and amaranth because both are native crops of the Americas, and together they carry the food heritage of the continent into a contemporary snack.
Julieta Amaranth Bites join fine-aroma cacao from Ecuador, an ancestral grain and a traditional sweetener in a snack made for everyday life.
When to Enjoy Julieta Amaranth Bites
Ecuadorian Essence recommends Julieta Amaranth Bites after lunch, with afternoon tea or after a workout, because their light texture satisfies a sweet craving without feeling heavy.
They also work as a topping: crumble a few over yogurt or a smoothie bowl. Store the box in a dry place at 16–18°C (below 75°F) so the amaranth stays crisp and the chocolate keeps its shine.
Quinoa or Amaranth?
Ecuadorian Essence makes both Julieta Bites with the same dark chocolate and panela, and the difference is texture: Quinoa Bites are crunchier and nuttier, Amaranth Bites lighter and airier.
If you are not sure which one you will prefer, try both.
Both are made in Ecuador and sold in the DMV by Ecuadorian Essence.
For Cafés, Wellness Studios & Gourmet Stores
Ecuadorian Essence supplies Julieta Amaranth Bites at wholesale pricing to cafés, yoga and Pilates studios, gyms and gourmet stores in the DMV, offering a snack with Ecuadorian origin.
The minimum wholesale order is one wholesale box of 6 Julieta packs. Complete the “Become a Distributor” form or write to sales@ecuadorianessence.com. Ecuadorian Essence ships within the United States, with delivery in 5–7 business days, and sells in person at curated markets and fairs across Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland.
Ecuadorian Essence products are foods and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Always check the product label for complete ingredient and allergen information.
FAQs
Are amaranth chocolate bites gluten-free?
Julieta Amaranth Bites by Ecuadorian Essence are made with puffed organic amaranth, a naturally gluten-free seed, together with dark chocolate and panela. The bites may contain traces of soy. For the complete allergen statement, always check the label. Amaranth is smaller than quinoa and puffs when heated, which gives Julieta Amaranth Bites their light, airy crunch. The bites are made in Ecuador and sold in the DMV by Ecuadorian Essence.
Do Julieta Amaranth Bites contain sugar?
Julieta Amaranth Bites by Ecuadorian Essence are sweetened with panela, an unrefined whole cane sugar traditional in Ecuador, which adds a gentle caramel note instead of refined white sugar. Panela is still sugar, so the bites are best enjoyed in moderation. Panela keeps more of the cane’s natural character than white sugar. Store the box in a dry place at 16–18°C (below 75°F) so the amaranth stays crisp.
What are the benefits of amaranth?
Amaranth, the grain Ecuadorian Essence uses in Julieta Amaranth Bites, is an ancient crop of the Americas, naturally gluten-free and valued in plant-based diets as a source of plant protein, fiber and minerals. In Julieta Bites it is puffed, giving the snack a light, airy crunch. Amaranth has been cultivated in the Americas for thousands of years, and the amaranth in Julieta Bites is organic.
What is the difference between the quinoa and amaranth bites?
Ecuadorian Essence makes both Julieta Bites with the same dark chocolate and panela, so the difference is texture: Quinoa Bites are crunchier and nuttier, while Amaranth Bites are lighter and airier, with a delicate crispness. If you are not sure which one you will prefer, try both. Julieta Bites are made in Ecuador and sold in the DMV by Ecuadorian Essence.
When is a good time to snack on amaranth bites?
Ecuadorian Essence recommends Julieta Amaranth Bites after lunch, with afternoon tea or after a workout, because their light texture satisfies a sweet craving without feeling heavy. They can also be crumbled over yogurt or a smoothie bowl. Store the box in a dry place at 16–18°C (below 75°F) so the amaranth stays crisp and the chocolate keeps its shine.
Can my café or studio sell Julieta Amaranth Bites?
Ecuadorian Essence supplies Julieta Amaranth Bites at wholesale pricing to cafés, wellness studios, gyms and gourmet stores in the DMV, offering a snack with Ecuadorian origin. The minimum wholesale order is one wholesale box of 6 Julieta packs. Apply through the “Become a Distributor” form or at sales@ecuadorianessence.com. Ecuadorian Essence ships within the United States, with delivery in 5–7 business days, and sells at curated markets and fairs across Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland.
