Valrhona Inspiration - Fruit Couverture
Strawberry Inspiration
Professional 3kg size of Valrhona Strawberry fruit couverture, economical and ideal for workshops.
Strawberry Inspiration 3kg in professional workshop size. 100% natural Valrhona fruit couverture: cocoa butter, sugar, and strawberry powder, without artificial coloring or flavoring. Economical size intended for regular production workshops, packaged in a resealable bag to preserve fruity aromas.
Characteristics
Fruit couverture
Type
Cocoa butter + fruit
100%
Natural
No coloring or flavoring
Intense red
Color
Derived only from fruit
1Choose the right size
Compare available sizes: price per kilo and recommended use. Click on a size to access it.
2Aromatic profile
Major profile
candied fruits
Minor note
strawberry
Signature
tart
Tasting notes
3For what use?
Evaluation according to applications recommended by the Valrhona School for this product.
Ganaches★★★★★
Mousses★★★★★
Molded candies★★★★★
Bars★★★★★
Coatings★★★★★
Ice creams & sorbets★★★★★
4Tempering curve
The official Valrhona curve for this product.
1
Melting
45 - 48 °C
Bain-marie with continuous stirring
2
Cooling
26 - 27 °C
Crystallization of good crystals
3
Work
28 - 29 °C
Ideal molding temperature
Inspiration Specificity: fruit couvertures tend to have a thicker texture than classic chocolate. When melting, maintain continuous stirring to homogenize. The tempering curve is slightly lower than that of white chocolate.
5Perfect pairings
Ingredients officially recommended by the Valrhona School to enhance this fruit couverture.
coconut
lemon
mild spices
nougat
mint
verbena
orange blossom
anise
coriander leaf
vanilla
6Partners of this fruit couverture
Valrhona products that perfectly complement this product in your creations.
7Signature recipe
A creative idea to highlight this product.
Strawberry vanilla tart
InspirationPressed shortbread Strawberry Inspiration tempered, Madagascar vanilla whipped ganache, fresh strawberry brunoise. The natural taste of jammy strawberry in the couverture contrasts with the freshness of the raw strawberries.
Complete technical sheet
| Brand | Valrhona (France, Tain-l'Hermitage) |
| Range | Inspiration - Fruit coatings |
| Type | Fruit coating (no cocoa) |
| Composition | Cocoa butter + sugar + fruit |
| Natural | No coloring, flavoring, or preservatives |
| Format | 3kg |
| Storage | 16 to 18°C, away from light and humidity |
| Allergens | May contain: nuts, soy, gluten, milk. |
| Made in | France (Tain-l'Hermitage, Drôme) |
Frequently asked questions
What is an Inspiration fruit coating?
A fruit coating is a Valrhona innovation that replaces cocoa with fruit powder. Composition: cocoa butter + sugar + fruit. It works exactly like white chocolate (melting, tempering, molding), but with 100% natural fruit flavor and color. No added coloring or flavoring.
How to temper an Inspiration coating?
The curve is slightly lower than classic white chocolate: melting 45-48°C, crystallization 26-27°C, working 28-29°C. Important: during melting, keep stirring continuously because Inspiration coatings have a thicker texture than traditional chocolate.
How long can I keep my Inspiration creations?
Since Inspiration recipes are made from natural fruits (without coloring or preservatives), they are more sensitive. Store creations in the back room at a maximum of 18°C, away from light. Sell within 4 weeks maximum. Opaque packaging significantly extends shelf life.
Can you make whipped ganache with Inspiration?
Yes, absolutely. Inspiration coatings are perfect for whipped ganache thanks to their composition (cocoa butter + sugar + fruit). Follow a white chocolate whipped ganache recipe by simply replacing Ivoire with your Inspiration. Rest for at least 12 hours in the refrigerator before assembly.
Why is the texture thicker than chocolate?
Fruit powder naturally contains fibers and pectin, which thicken the mixture. That’s why you need to stir continuously during melting and slightly adjust your recipes (for example, add a bit more cream in ganaches).
To go further
Explore the Valrhona collection, chocolates and pralines, natural colorings on Patissland.
Shipping and Delivery
Processing and Delivery Times
- Order Preparation: 0 to 2 working days
- France, Belgium, Germany: 1 to 2 working days
- Europe: 2 to 5 working days
- Click & Collect Osny: 24-48h
Shipping Fees
- FR, BE, DE: based on weight
- Europe: based on country and weight
- Click & Collect Osny: Free
Exact fees are calculated at checkout.
