Who is this choice for?

Couples asking for high-cocoa dark chocolate

If the buffet brief specifies dark chocolate at 70% cocoa or higher, check the declared cocoa percentage rather than choosing white chocolate for its appearance.

Hosts preparing self-service portions

Truffles can be set out as individual pieces. Bars need breaking or another serving plan before guests arrive.

Hosts coordinating allergen information

Keep the exact packaging or a clear record of each product’s ingredients and allergen statement available to whoever is serving the buffet.

What should you check before buying?

Settle the chocolate type first, then choose a serving format and check the packs you will actually put out.

Priority What to check Your needs
Chocolate type Read the type and cocoa-solids declaration on the exact pack. Lindt Shop UK lists 70% minimum cocoa solids for its EXCELLENCE dark bar and LINDOR Dark 70% truffles; Waitrose & Partners lists 72% for its Belgian dark bar and 25% minimum for its Belgian white chocolate. I’m looking for a high-cocoa dark option, so a white bar would not fulfil that part of the buffet brief. White chocolate could instead be a separate choice.
Allergens Check the current ingredients and allergen statement for every product. Lindt Shop UK lists milk ingredients and a may-contain-nuts warning for its 1kg Dark 70% truffles; Waitrose & Partners says its 72% dark bar may contain milk and other nuts. Guests need information about the chocolate being served. I cannot treat a high cocoa percentage as a dairy-free or nut-free claim.
Serving plan Compare pack weight with your guest count and other desserts. Decide whether you can portion bars in advance or would rather set out truffles; follow the chosen pack’s storage instructions. I want enough chocolate for the way the buffet will be served, without leaving bar-breaking and plating until the event.

What can complicate buffet planning?

  • Treating white chocolate as a dark-chocolate substitute

    Waitrose & Partners describes its Belgian white chocolate as containing at least 25% cocoa solids, while the cited dark products are labelled 70% or 72%. They are different choices for a buffet asking specifically for high-cocoa dark chocolate.

    Use the chocolate type and declared cocoa percentage on the pack to make that choice. Offer white chocolate separately if you also want it on the table.

  • Assuming dark chocolate has no relevant allergens

    Lindt Shop UK lists milk ingredients in its LINDOR Dark 70% truffles and says they may contain hazelnuts and other nuts. Waitrose & Partners says its Belgian Dark Chocolate 72% may contain milk and other nuts.

    Keep each current pack’s allergen information with the serving plan. Do not label a bowl dairy-free or nut-free on the basis of cocoa percentage.

  • Leaving bars to portion on the day

    Retail bars need a plan for breaking, plating or incorporating them into another dessert. Truffles are already individual pieces, though their pack weight still needs to suit the number of guests.

    Decide on portions and serving dishes before ordering bars; choose a truffle format if reducing preparation is more important.

  • Ordering too close to the event

    A last-minute substitution could change the chocolate type, pack size or allergen information guests need.

    Check availability and the delivery estimate before purchase, and leave time to inspect the packs before setting out the buffet.

    Lindt Shop UK lists standard delivery of 3–5 working days for its 1kg LINDOR Dark 70% truffles.

Which brands offer relevant options?

These brand references help distinguish chocolate types and formats; they do not replace a check of the product you intend to serve.

Lindt

Lindt Shop UK lists a 1kg LINDOR Dark 70% truffle pack and an EXCELLENCE Dark 70% bar. The truffles offer individual pieces; the bar needs portioning for a buffet.

  • Both cited product pages state 70% minimum cocoa solids.
  • The 1kg truffles list milk ingredients and may contain hazelnuts and other nuts. Check the exact pack rather than assuming a dark product suits every guest.

Waitrose

Waitrose & Partners lists Belgian white chocolate at 25% minimum cocoa solids and a Belgian dark bar at 72%, giving hosts two distinct chocolate choices.

  • The stated cocoa percentages make it possible to distinguish the white and high-cocoa dark options.
  • Bars require a serving plan. Check the current label for ingredients and allergens, as recipes can change.

Cadbury

Cadbury Gifts Direct lists Bournville dark bars alongside Green & Black’s 70% and 85% bars in its dark-chocolate catalogue.

  • The catalogue includes dark bars with explicitly stated cocoa percentages in their product names.
  • Do not assume every bar in the dark-chocolate category meets a 70% requirement; check the exact pack and its allergen declaration.

A Joybuy dark-chocolate option

This 70% dark truffle option fits a high-cocoa wedding-buffet brief; assess its 200g pack size against the amount you plan to serve.

Lindt LINDOR Dark 70% Cocoa Truffles 200g

Lindt LINDOR Dark 70% Cocoa Truffles 200g

The truffle format suits a buffet where you do not want to portion bars. This listing identifies a 200g pack and names the product as dark 70% cocoa truffles; check the cocoa declaration on the current pack.

The listed ingredients include milk, soya and barley, and the listing says the product may contain several nuts. Keep the exact pack’s allergen statement available, and plan the number of packs around guest numbers and other desserts.

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Wedding-buffet chocolate FAQs

Can white chocolate meet a request for high-cocoa dark chocolate?

No. Waitrose & Partners labels its Belgian white chocolate at 25% minimum cocoa solids, while the cited dark options are labelled 70% or 72%. Serve white chocolate as a separate choice rather than presenting it as the requested dark option.

Does 70% dark chocolate mean guests avoiding milk or nuts can have it?

No. Lindt Shop UK lists milk ingredients in its LINDOR Dark 70% truffles and says they may contain hazelnuts and other nuts. Check the allergen statement on the exact pack before deciding how to describe or serve it.

What allergen information should be kept at the buffet?

Keep the original packaging or a clear written record of the ingredients and allergen declaration for each chocolate served. If a caterer is supplying the buffet, agree with them how guests can obtain that information.

When should chocolate be ordered for the event?

Allow time beyond the delivery estimate to inspect the exact products and prepare the buffet. Lindt Shop UK lists 3–5 working days for standard delivery of its 1kg LINDOR Dark 70% truffles; check the estimate for your chosen product and address before ordering.

How should dark chocolate be stored before serving?

For its Belgian Dark Chocolate 72% bar, Waitrose & Partners advises a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight. Follow the storage directions on whichever pack you buy.