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PLANT BASED & DAIRY FREE CHOCOLATE COUVERTURE

Choco Oat M!lk 43%

Oat Milk 43% plant-based chocolate couverture is formulated for food manufacturers and product developers who require a technically reliable dairy‑free couverture without compromising on sensory performance.

Made with Colombian Fino de Aroma cacao at 43% cocoa content and enriched with organic oat flour, it delivers a smooth, creamy profile with cereal and nutty notes and a clean finish — consistently reproducible across moulding, enrobing and ganache applications.

Certified dairy‑free, vegan, gluten‑free and non‑GMO, this couverture is designed for plant‑based confectionery lines at both artisan and industrial scale.

Additional Information

Chocolate types: Oat M!lk
Claims: Gluten-free, Non GMO, Plant-Based, Dairy-free
Cocoa content: 43%
Milk content: 0%
Portfolio: Balance
Sweetener: Eryhtritol & Stevia

Fluidity

Packaging

2,5 Kg Bag, 20 kg Boxes

Shelf Life

18 months

Oat Milk as a Dairy Substitute in Couverture

Plant‑based chocolate development presents a consistent formulation challenge: most dairy substitutes introduce off‑notes, affect fluidity or compromise mouthfeel at scale. Oat milk, when properly integrated at couverture level, addresses this more effectively than rice or almond alternatives; its fat and starch profile supports emulsification and contributes a neutral cereal character that does not compete with cocoa notes.

At 43% cocoa content, this couverture occupies a functional position for manufacturers who need clear chocolate character in their plant‑based line without the bitterness that limits consumer acceptance at higher percentages. It supports "vegan chocolate" and "dairy‑free chocolate" positioning with a sensory profile that does not require the consumer to compromise on texture or flavour experience.

The Fino de Aroma designation — achieved by only 8% of global cocoa production — adds aromatic complexity without intensifying bitterness, keeping the profile accessible across a broad consumer base.

43% cocoa
Dairy-Free
Vegan
Gluten-Free
Non-GMO

Cocoa Content	43%
Base	Oat milk (plant-based)
Dietary Certifications	Dairy-free · Vegan · Gluten-free · Non-GMO
Fluidity	3 out of 5
Available Formats	2.5 kg professional bag · 20 kg box
Shelf Life	14 months
Storage	16–18°C, away from direct light and strong odours, in original sealed packaging

A fluidity rating of 3/5 places this couverture in a balanced range — sufficient flow for enrobing and depositing applications, with enough body for moulded formats that require clean release and defined structure.

Moulding

Enrobing

Ganaches and Fillings

Vegan Filled Chocolates

Pastry Glazes

Plant-Based Bars

Formats and Packaging

Not sure which format fits your production scale? Talk to a Luker Chocolate expert.

Format	Packaging	Designed for
Professional Bag	2.5 kg	Speciality applications, artisan producers, sampling
Bulk Box	20 kg	High-volume plant-based production, industrial applications
Storage: 16–18°C in sealed packaging, away from direct light and strong odours. Not sure which format fits your production scale? Talk to a Luker Chocolate expert.

Sustainable Sourcing and The Luker Way

Milk Mulata 37% is made with Colombian Fino de Aroma cacao traced through Luker Trace, Luker Chocolate's traceability system designed to provide origin transparency at bean level. This framework supports manufacturers preparing for evolving deforestation regulations such as EUDR and provides procurement teams with the documentation required for verified supply chain claims.

As a B Corp-certified chocolate manufacturer, Luker Chocolate works closely with cocoa-growing communities across Colombia through The Chocolate Dream programme. In 2023, the programme reached more than 3,900 cocoa-producing families through initiatives focused on regenerative agriculture, biodiversity and long-term livelihood development.

Oat Milk 43% meets the following certification and formulation requirements for professional chocolate applications:

3,900+ Cocoa-growing families in direct partnership across Colombia's producing regions

100% Traceable Colombian Fino de Aroma cocoa, sourced directly from certified communities

Certifications

Dairy-Free
Vegan
Gluten-Free
Non-GMO Verified

B Corp Certification: As a certified B Corp, Luker Chocolate meets rigorous standards for social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.

Luker Trace: Every batch is connected to our traceability system—allowing visibility down to specific communities and harvest periods.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Oat Milk 43% plant-based chocolate couverture by Luker Chocolate and how is it made?

Oat Milk 43% from the Luker Balance line is a dairy-free couverture formulated with oat milk as the primary dairy substitute, combined with Colombian Cacao Fino de Aroma at 43% cocoa content. It is manufactured without any animal-derived ingredients, delivering a smooth and creamy profile compatible with vegan and plant-based product lines.

What are the main sensory and flavour notes of this couverture?

The primary sensory notes are cereal and nutty tasting notes, smooth and creamy texture, mild cocoa intensity, balanced sweetness and a clean finish. The oat base contributes a subtle grain character that distinguishes it from standard dairy milk chocolate and from other plant-based alternatives such as almond or rice-based couvertures.

Is Oat Milk 43% suitable for vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free product formulations?

Yes. Oat Milk 43% is certified dairy-free, vegan, gluten-free and non-GMO verified, supporting plant-based chocolate applications across confectionery, pastry and snack categories.

What are the professional applications of Oat Milk 43% in confectionery and pastry production?

Oat Milk 43% is designed for moulding, enrobing, ganaches, vegan filled chocolates, plant-based chocolate bars and pastry glazes. Its smooth fluidity and clean flavour profile make it appropriate for manufacturers producing plant-based confectionery lines at both artisan and industrial scale.

What packaging formats are available for wholesale and industrial buyers?

Oat Milk 43% is available in 2.5 kg professional bags and 20 kg boxes for wholesale and industrial procurement.

EXPLORE THE FULL BALANCE RANGE

Oat Milk 43% is part of Luker Chocolate’s Plant‑Based portfolio within the Balance range. Manufacturers exploring dairy‑free chocolate applications can also discover complementary couvertures across different formats and formulation needs.

Oat Milk 43% with Erythritol & Stevia

Dark Chocolate — Greater intensity with refined cocoa complexity.

Download Technical Data Sheet (PDF)

Full technical documentation including fluidity parameters, tempering guidance, certifications and traceability information through Luker Trace.

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