LEXINGTON BAKES & Valrhona Chocolate

Meet Valrhona: Our Chocolate Partner

Our ingredient standards are simple. Real, Organic, & Fair.

When sourcing ingredients for our luxury cookies and brownies, we thoroughly evaluate ingredient partners’ standards, ethics, and commitment to people and the planet to ensure they align with our mission and values.

At LEXINGTON BAKES, we believe that every ingredient should tell a story—one that’s rich in character, conscious in sourcing, and undeniably delicious. That’s why we’ve chosen Valrhona as our chocolate partner. With nearly a century of experience working directly with cocoa farmers and pioneering flavor innovations, Valrhona’s dedication to quality, sustainability, and community empowerment perfectly complements our vision for elevated, ethically minded baked goods.

A Legacy of Excellence

Valrhona’s story begins in the Rhône Valley of France, where chocolatiers have honed their craft since 1922. Over the decades, they’ve built a reputation as one of the world’s leading authorities on fine chocolate, a status earned through tireless exploration of cacao terroirs, meticulous fermentation techniques, and careful roasting methods. Today, Valrhona continues to push boundaries, developing distinctive chocolate blends and single-origin bars that capture the unique character of the regions from which they source.

This commitment to excellence isn’t just about flavor—it’s about respecting the complexity of cacao and celebrating the farmers who devote their lives to cultivating it. By forging long-term partnerships with growers, Valrhona ensures that every bean arrives with integrity, enabling them to craft chocolate that’s as ethically sound as it is indulgent.

Valuing Sustainable Sourcing

Just as we at LEXINGTON BAKES seek ingredient partners who share our values, Valrhona invests deeply in sustainable, responsible sourcing. Their direct relationships with cocoa farmers involve not only fair compensation but also support for community-led initiatives, educational programs, and infrastructure improvements. Through these efforts, Valrhona strives to uplift the communities at origin, ensuring that farmers can improve their livelihoods while preserving local biodiversity and traditional agricultural knowledge.

Valrhona’s approach helps maintain healthy ecosystems and resilient supply chains. By choosing Valrhona chocolate, we’re supporting a cycle of sustainability that reaches far beyond the borders of any single cocoa farm or baking kitchen.

A Flavor Journey in Every Bite

Taste is where Valrhona truly shines. Their chocolates are celebrated for their nuanced, layered flavor profiles that highlight the terroir of each region. Some offer delicate fruit notes or subtle floral aromas, while others deliver deep, roasted richness or velvety smooth textures. In our cookies and brownies, Valrhona chocolate adds complexity and balance, enhancing sweetness rather than overpowering it.

We love how these intricate flavors allow our baked goods to stand out. A brownie swirled with Valrhona chocolate might hint at ripe berries or toasted nuts, while a chocolate chunk cookie could reveal layers of honeyed warmth beneath its crisp exterior. It’s more than chocolate—it’s a culinary conversation starter, inviting you to savor and appreciate every morsel.

Empowering Communities Through Education

Valrhona’s commitment to community doesn’t end at the farm. The brand invests in pastry schools and professional training programs that empower chefs, bakers, and chocolatiers around the world to refine their craft. This focus on knowledge-sharing creates a global network of artisans who understand not only how to work with chocolate, but also the importance of sourcing it responsibly.

For us at LEXINGTON BAKES, this emphasis on education resonates deeply. We believe in the power of informed choices—both for the ingredients we select and for the way we engage with our community. By partnering with Valrhona, we’re reinforcing the idea that excellence and ethics go hand in hand, from the field to the kitchen and beyond.

A Sweet Alliance

The next time you bite into a treat infused with Valrhona chocolate at LEXINGTON BAKES, know that it’s more than just dessert. It’s the outcome of a partnership built on trust, respect, and a mutual commitment to making the world of chocolate better for everyone involved. Together, we’re proving that sweetness can uplift communities, protect the planet, and bring joy to your plate—all at once.