How to Melt Chocolate in a Double Boiler
Improvise a double boiler, if you don't already have one, with a saucepan and bowl. Then follow these tips from Nestlé Toll House and become a masterful baker. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Fill bottom of double boiler with water and place on low heat.
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Place chocolate chips or coarsely chopped chocolate in the top of double boiler over hot (not boiling) water and allow it to melt. Do not cover.
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When most of the chocolate is shiny, stir until smooth.
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Remove top of boiler from heat.
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Tips & Warnings
Chocolate has a very low melting point. It must not be subjected to excessive heat, such as baking temperatures in an oven. Always melt over very low heat - do not boil the water.
Moisture is the enemy of melting chocolate - it can cause the mixture to stiffen. Don't let any water get into the chocolate (that's why you shouldn't cover the double boiler; condensation will drip in).
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I'm super lame.
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SimplyFree
Jan 24, 2009
You can go to any craft store they usually have food coloring for food. All colors and it is thick. Make sure you use a toothpick and start out with a small amount..It is better to add a little at a time:) Hope this helps. -
SimplyFree
Jan 24, 2009
You can go to any craft store they usually have food coloring for food. All colors and it is thick. Make sure you use a toothpick and start out with a small amount..It is better to add a little at a time:) Hope this helps.
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ahnah74
Feb 28, 2008
if you want to add color to melted white chocolate you have to find food coloring that doesn't contain water in it. you would have to go to specialty store or order it online.
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ahnah74
Feb 28, 2008
if you want to add color to melted white chocolate you have to find food coloring that doesn't contain water in it. you would have to go to specialty store or order it online.
