[0.4.0] - 2026-09-24

Rebuilding for iPad

The web app is retired. Craft Cacao is being rebuilt as an iPad app, starting with the recipe calculator: put in your ingredients, see the numbers, scale the batch.

Changed

• iPad first - the core app is now a native iPad app. iPhone comes next, then desktop.
• Web app retired - the React web app from 0.3.0 is no longer being developed.
• New identity - the batch mark, Lora wordmark, and Corn and Lunar Green palette.

In the iPad app

• Ingredient library - fat and non-fat cocoa on every ingredient.
• Recipe editor - drag the dividers to set ratios, with live cocoa and fat.
• Batch scaling - from 50 g tests to 50 kg runs.
• Saved recipes - save what works as a baseline and scale it any time.

Website

• Redesigned site - every page updated for the iPad app and the October 2026 beta.

Coming next

The iPad beta opens in October 2026 for makers selected from the early access list.

[0.3.0] - 2025-09-02

🍫 Major App Foundation Release

Craft Cacao now has a fully functional web application! This release marks a significant milestone with our new recipe management system and ingredient library.

✨ New Features

• Recipe Editor - Create and manage your chocolate recipes with our new interactive editor
• Personal Ingredient Library - Build your own collection of cacao beans, sugars, and inclusions with custom fat and cocoa percentages
• Clone Standard Ingredients - Start with our curated library of common chocolate-making ingredients and customize them for your needs
• Recipe Dashboard - View all your recipes at a glance with key metrics like cocoa percentage and fat content
• Real-time Sync - Your recipes and ingredients save automatically and sync across all your devices

🛠 Improvements

• Secure Authentication - Enhanced security with Clerk integration for protecting your proprietary recipes
• Craft Cacao Design Language - Beautiful new interface with our signature chocolate-inspired colors and typography
• Smart Notifications - Get helpful feedback with our new toast notification system
• Responsive Layout - Works seamlessly on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices

🔧 Technical Foundation

• Convex Backend - Lightning-fast real-time database for instant recipe updates
• Modern React App - Smooth, responsive interface built with the latest web technologies
• Development Tools - New development logging system to help us improve the app faster

Coming Soon

The next release will focus on fixing the core cocoa percentage calculations and adding critical fat validation warnings. We’re also working on weight-based recipe modes and batch scaling features. Thank you for joining us on this journey to perfect chocolate making!

[0.2.1] - 2025-06-08

🎨 Enhanced Features & Visuals

We’ve made your Craft Cacao experience even better with visual improvements and new functionality.

✨ New Features

• Visual Feature Previews - The features page now includes screenshots showing exactly how Craft Cacao looks in action
• Backer Recognition - Special pricing tier for our early supporters with exclusive benefits

🛠 Improvements

• Refined Pricing Display - Clearer pricing options help you choose the perfect plan for your chocolate making needs
• Enhanced Features Page - Better organization and visual examples make it easier to understand Craft Cacao’s capabilities
• Screenshot Gallery - See real examples of the recipe editor, ingredient library, and validation system in action

Coming Soon

Once the early access site is up we can return to making progress on the app itself. Phase 2 development cycle is nearly here!

[0.2.0] - 2025-06-02

🎉 Early Access

We’re very close to early access. Just putting on the finishing touches now!

✨ New Features

• Early Access Signup - Join our community of chocolate makers and get exclusive access to new features as they’re released
• Contact Support - New contact form with direct support for your chocolate-making questions
• Features Preview - Explore all the capabilities of Craft Cacao on our new features page
• Recipe Editor - Create and manage your chocolate recipes with our intuitive interface
• Ingredient Library - Build your personal database of cacao beans, sugars, and inclusions
• Smart Recipe Validation - Real-time feedback ensures your recipes will work before you start production

🛠 Improvements

• Better Navigation - Streamlined site structure makes it easier to find what you need
• Enhanced Forms - Improved form handling with better validation and user feedback
• Cleaner Interface - Removed unnecessary complexity to focus on what matters - your chocolate

🔐 Security

• Secure Authentication - Your recipes stay private with our robust user account system

Coming Soon

The next release will include recipe sharing capabilities, production batch tracking, and advanced search filters. Thank you for being part of our early access community!

Craft Cacao Changelog

[0.1.0] - Coming Soon

🍫 Initial Release

We’re excited to announce the first version of Craft Cacao! This initial release includes all the core features you need to start managing your chocolate recipes digitally.

Features

• Recipe Management - Create, edit, and organize all your chocolate recipes in one place
• Ingredient Library - Build your personal database of ingredients with cocoa percentages and fat content
• Smart Validation - Get real-time feedback on recipe viability before you start your melanger
• Batch Scaling - Scale recipes up or down while maintaining perfect ratios
• User Accounts - Secure authentication to keep your recipes private and safe

Coming Next

We’re already working on exciting features for the next release, including recipe sharing, advanced search filters, and production tracking. Stay tuned!