What kind of chocolate do you use for candy molds?

What kind of chocolate do you use for candy molds?

We believe the best chocolate for molds is Merckens Candy Coatings. These candy melts are rich and creamy and melt easily, making them easy to use with chocolate molds. Once melted, Merckens can go right into candy molds– no tempering required.

What can I use instead of candy molds?

Instead of using molds, you can pour your hot candy onto a greased cookie sheet or other heat-resistant surface, then when the candy has cooled slightly, score it into a checkerboard pattern with a sharp knife. When the candy cools, it can be broken into small, square pieces.

Why is my chocolate sticking to the mold?

The primary reasons that chocolate sticks to candy molds are moisture, molds that are not completely clean, or molds that are too warm. Chocolate candies must be completely hard in order to cleanly pop out of their molds.

Can I use normal chocolate for molds?

You can use any chocolate for molded chocolate. In general, anything with vegetable fat (most store-bought chocolates) is going to be easier to melt but not as tasty.

Can you use baker’s chocolate for candy molds?

If you’ve got a candy mold and a microwave, you can turn a package of BAKER’S Semi-Sweet Chocolate into chocolate-shop style treats. Microwave chocolate in small microwaveable bowl on HIGH 1 min. Stir until chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Spoon chocolate into candy mold, filling each cup to top.

Do candy molds need to be greased?

They are easy to wash and they have a huge variety of designs! – Don’t grease your candy molds with oil sprays or shortening. It creates a peculiar greasy shine on your chocolate pieces and the details of the mold don’t transfer onto the chocolate properly either.

Can I use regular chocolate instead of candy melts?

While they’re easy to use and come in many colors, frankly, candy melts don’t taste anywhere near as good as real chocolate. WHAT ARE CANDY MELTS? Candy melts are made to emulate white chocolate, which is then tinted.

How do you unmold chocolate from a metal mold?

Warming the tin with hot water would just make the chocolate melt. The best thing would be to leave the tin in the refrigerator or freezer and let the chocolate cool enough to contract and pop out on its own.

How do you get chocolate out of silicone molds without breaking them?

How to get chocolate out of silicone molds without breaking

1. Place chocolate in fridge for 20-30 min depending on the size of chocolate.
2. Remove from the fridge and turn the mold upside down on a plate.
3. If the silicone mold is quite large, start by gently removing the edges of the mold from the chocolate.

Are silicone molds good for chocolate?

Pliable, smooth-textured silicone molds work especially well for chocolate because they are durable, reusable and they create a flawless surface. Begin with dark chocolate, milk chocolate or chocolate pastilles made especially for candy making and molding.