Swiss chocolate and cocoa products company Barry Callebaut has opened a new studio to roll out 3D printed chocolate on a large scale.

Launched under its global decoration brand Mona Lisa, Barry Callebaut’s new technology will produce new chocolate designs using Belgian chocolate.

It said that its technology can also create desserts, confectionery, pastries, and hot drinks.

Barry Callebaut chief innovation, sustainability and quality officer and gourmet head Pablo Perversi said: “Innovation is an important pillar of Barry Callebaut’s proven ‘smart growth’ strategy. I am delighted that the Mona Lisa 3D Studio allows chefs to create unique consumer experiences at scale.

“This technological breakthrough innovation positions the Mona Lisa brand at the forefront of the industry and strengthens Barry Callebaut’s global leadership in decorations.”

Barry Callebaut said that its new technology will help chefs to craft products and reproduce them rapidly and affordably, no matter how intricate or specific the design.

It also said that pastry chef Jordi Roca has partnered with the Mona Lisa 3D Studio to create unique signature chocolate pieces.

Roca said: “This new way of working with chocolate is going to take consumers by surprise, with previously unthinkable shapes produced at scale and with impressive precision.

“I’m usually inspired by the things I can’t do as they represent a creative challenge but now, thanks to Mona Lisa 3D Studio, I can take my chocolate craftsmanship to the next level. I can imagine any new kind of design and it will come to life.”

Last month, Barry Callebaut opened a new branch of its Chocolate Academy in Banbury, UK.

It intends to use the new facility to meet the increasing demand for new chocolate products in the country.