Hanne is Senior Project Manager at Cacaolab bv (Belgium) and has more than seven years of experience in managing bilateral projects on a wide range of topics not only covering the whole cocoa and chocolate value chain but also the application of chocolate in complex finished goods. She holds a Master degree in Bioscience Engineering with a major in Food Science and Nutrition.

About the lecture

Engineering tomorrow's chocolate: Exploring cocoa butter and powder replacers and dispersing agents
Tuesday 22 October, 12:05-12:25

This lectures delves into innovative approaches to reformulate chocolate. It examines alternatives to traditional cocoa butter and powder, focusing on plant-based fats and other substitutes that replicate the sensory qualities of cocoa while improving sustainability. Additionally, the lecture explores the role of dispersing agents in chocolate production, enhancing both quality and processing efficiency.