There’s something special about biting into a decadentchocolate trufflethat’s decorated with extra melted chocolate drizzle.
For a more showstopping finish to your sweet treats, tempering chocolate provides that professional-looking glossy finish.
It’s also our Test Kitchen’s preferred method for candies and decorating.
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Immediately remove the pan from the heat and stir the chocolate until smooth.
Then place the double boiler over low heat.
Stir the chocolate constantly until it’s melted.
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The water in the bottom of the double boiler should not come to boiling while the chocolate is melting.
Be sure to stir frequently so the chocolate doesn’t scorch.
This stabilizes the cocoa butter, resulting in chocolate with a glossy shine that holds its shape.
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Remove the excess by pulling the cookie across the edge of the pan or bowl.
How to Make Chocolate Drizzle
Placecookies, truffles, orcandieson a wire rack over waxed paper.
Drizzle chocolate over the edges and tops of cookies or desserts.
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Make the hole larger, if necessary.
Once hard, break it into pieces and place it in a zipper-top bag.
Store the melted chocolate in the fridge for 2-3 weeks.
Once you master melting chocolate, you’re free to do so much with it!
Drizzle it over chocolate cookies for an extra sweet finish.
Cover yourchocolate cakewith a shiny layer of tempered chocolate.
Make hot chocolate bombs with a white chocolate drizzle to gift loved ones.
No matter how you use your melted chocolate, it’s going to be a real treat.
