Bulk Ghirardelli Semi-Sweet Chocolate 1M Baking Chip (click drop down for quantity)1000 chips per poundNot as sweet as milk chocolateIdeal for cookies, brownies, toppings, and specialty drinksEnhances texture and taste of dishesBulk supply for high volume bakeries and cafes Add texture and flavor to baked goods with these Ghirardelli semi-sweet chocolate 1M baking chips! With a standard size of 1M, meaning there are 1000 chips per lb., they are perfect for sprinkling throughout a variety of decadent desserts. Compared to milk chocolate, semi-sweet chocolate uses half as much sugar as cocoa to yield its own distinct taste. Though it is not as sweet as milk chocolate, it is great for cooking and baking purposes. Add them to the pantry in your bakery, restaurant, or cafe to incorporate decadent chocolate flavor into your menu! Mix these semi-sweet chocolate chips into classic cookie, cake, and brownie batters, or blend them into smooth dessert sauces that your customers will love. They can even be used for topping iced or frozen drinks. Semi-sweet chocolate features a higher concentration of chocolate liquor than milk chocolate, which gives it a stronger taste. No matter what dish or drink you prepare, guests are in for a treat with these semi-sweet chocolate 1M baking chips! Customers will recognize and trust the Ghirardelli name when they see it in your cafe, coffee shop, ice cream parlor, or restaurant. Ghirardelli began with a young Italian chocolatier in the early 1800s and is now a brand widely known for its rich flavors. This sense of quality is the result of Ghirardelli’s commitment to control all steps of the chocolate-making process, from roasting the cocoa beans, to refining the product for smoothness and well-balanced flavor. In addition, the company understands that sustainable sourcing and knowing the origins of the cocoa beans speaks to the quality of the finished product. Made in America This item was made in the United States of America.What does the «M» stand for when referring to 1M, 4M, etc. baking chips? What is the difference between these types of baking chips?The «M» in the titles refers to the baking chips’ count per pound. So for example, 1M relates to 1000 chips per pound whereas 4M baking chips have a slightly smaller size and you can get 4 times the amount for a total of 4000 chips per pound. 1M is typically regarded as a standard size. Number values below 1 will have a larger size diameter and less chips per pound, whereas numbers greater than 1 will be smaller in diameter but you’ll get more chips per pound. The graphic below allows you to see the difference between the many sizes we carry on our site.