Panned Chocolates
Layer by layer — hand-turned, small-batch chocolate.
The Art of Panning
In 2021 we brought an Italian small-batch chocolate panner into the factory and started creating a whole new family of confections. We start with Cacao-Trace chocolate—chosen for its clean melt, bright cocoa profile, and a program that supports cocoa-growing communities—then build flavor and texture one thin coat at a time.
Don’t know what “panning” means? It’s simple and old-school: a stainless drum turns while we tumble nuts, fruits, or other centers and stream in melted chocolate by hand. Cool air sets each layer so the coating builds up smoothly; polishing brings that signature gloss.
What Makes Panned Chocolates Special
- Cacao-Trace chocolate — flavor-led cocoa with a give-back to farming communities
- Layered by hand — whisper-thin coats built slowly for an even bite
- Cool-air set & polished — smooth finish and a clean, satisfying snap
- Real centers — nuts, fruits, and other favorites chosen for texture and character
- Small-batch equipment — Italian panner, run in-house since 2021
- Oregon craft — made on the coast, one batch at a time
Old Tools, New Treats
We pan the slow way—patient layers, simple tools, and cacao we believe in—finished to a glossy shine.
Warm-weather note: Chocolate items ship with heat protections and timing adjustments May–October; see the Shipping page for details.
