Also goes by the names cacao liqueur or cacao mass. Cacao paste is made of one ingredient only; 100% cacao beans. After fermenting and drying, the beans are ground into a smooth liquid. As the liquid cools down it solidifies into a dense block. Heat is commonly applied during the production of cacao paste, which means it will have lost most of its medicinal properties, so look for certified raw paste if that is your preference.