Wilton Candy Melts Black 283 g

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Make sure not to overheat your candy by melting on too high of a setting or for too long; it will lose its consistency if it is overheated or if liquids are added Once melted, these candy melts will solidify again after a while. And, if immediately placed in the fridge or freezer, this time frame will shorten drastically. Use a brush or a spatula to spread a thin layer of candy on parchment paper. Once set, these candy strokes can be added to cakes or cupcakes for height and dimension, or can be used to form wings, leaves and feathers. Candy Curls

If you don’t have EZ Thin on hand, you can also add a small amount of solid white vegetable shortening, using the same technique of starting with a small amount and adding in more as needed. To make candy bark, simply melt your candy, pour it into a large cookie sheet tray (usually 9 x 13 in. will work for this), and top with your favorite candies, sprinkles or icing decorations. Once it sets, break it up into large pieces and serve. Candy Brush Strokes Chocolate is made with cocoa butter which is what gives it hat smooth texture as it melts in your mouth. Adding pure cocoa butter to hot, melted candy melts will instantly make the mixture much more liquid and smooth. Coming in a range of colours, and setting with a glossy shine, they are perfect for highlighting detail and creating definition. If you do want a slightly different shade, just mix in a drop of concentrated icing or food colouring and give it a mix. Whatever method you use, make sure that your bowl, pot, slow cooker and utensils are completely dry

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After a minute, stir the candy melts with a rubber spatula. Then, keep heating the candy melts in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until the candy melts are completely melted. The double boiler The Candy Melts Melting Pot is the safest way to melt candy for cake pops. This pot can melt up to 2 1/2 cups of Candy Melts candy in less than 10 minutes and will keep your candy warm until your project is completed. EZ Thin helps you control the consistency of the candy without changing the overall finish once it sets (it will still be shiny and set properly). Once your candy has melted, add a little EZ Thin at a time until you reach the desired consistency. The amount of EZ Thin you will need will depend on how much candy you’ve melted. As your candy begins to look smoother and glossier, stop adding EZ Thin. Candy Melts candy is ready for molding, dipping or drizzling when the texture is smooth and resembles cooked pudding To melt using a double boiler, fill a small pot with about 1 in. of water. Place a large heat-safe bowl on the pot and place the pot on low heat. Add your Candy Melts candy to the heat-safe bowl, stirring constantly to help distribute heat. The steam from the boiling water will help melt your candy.

You can also thin out your melted candy with solid vegetable shortening (2 tablespoons per 12 oz. bag). Do not use liquid vegetable oil, butter, milk, water or any other liquid to thin your candy. These will all cause your candy to break or seize, rendering it unusable. This can also happen if your candy is burned or overheated. After you have melted your candy melts according to the directions, add a teaspoon of shortening and stir it into the melted chocolate. Keep adding one teaspoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency. If too much steam is releasing from the saucepan, turn down your heat. Water and steam can cause your Candy Melts to seize, rendering them unusable. To melt your candy using a double boiler, fill a small pot with about 1 in. of water. Place a large heat-safe bowl on the pot and place the pot on low heat. Add your candy to the bowl, stirring constantly to help distribute heat. The steam rising from the boiling water will melt your candy. To melt in the microwave, place your candy in a microwave-safe container or disposable decorating bag and microwave at 50% power or defrost setting for 1 minute. Stir thoroughly in container or knead bag. Return to the microwave, stirring or kneading at 30-second intervals until candy is mostly melted.

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The temperature you are melting at may not be high enough. Try reheating the boiling water if you’re using a double boiler. If you’re using the microwave, try to up the microwaves’ power slightly. Candy bark is a great candy project for beginners. It’s easy to customize with your favorite colors and toppings and makes a great handmade gift for parties or the holidays.

Everything is better with a candy coating! From apple slices to potato chips, you can have fun dipping all your favorite foods into your favorite Candy Melts candy colors. Double Boiler: The double boiler method uses steam to melt your candy and is great if you’re planning to melt large amounts. From dipping cake pops to molding your own candies, Candy Melts can be used in all kinds of ways. Candy Melts for Cake Pops

The marble effect looks great on everything from cake pops to donuts. All you need is one main color (often Bright White) and a few highlighting colors (Drizzle Pouches are great for this).