Dark Modeling Chocolate

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Dark Modeling Chocolate
A pliable chocolate paste made from melted chocolate and corn syrup, shaped by hand for cake decorations. Makes 400 g in about 2 hr 15 min.
Prep 15 min
Cook —
Cooling 2 hr
Total 2 hr 15 min
Servings 1
Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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  • 10 ½ oz (300 g)dark chocolate, finely chopped
  • ⅓ cup (110 g)light corn syrup

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Instructions

  1. Melt the chocolate in short bursts in the microwave or over a double boiler to 115 F (46 C), stirring until smooth.
  2. Stir in the corn syrup until the mixture thickens and pulls together like soft clay; it may look greasy.
  3. Pour onto plastic wrap, flatten, wrap tightly and rest at room temperature for 2 hours until firm.
  4. Knead small pieces until smooth and pliable before shaping.
  5. Roll, cut or mold into ribbons, roses or figures.

Tips

  • Don't overmix after it comes together; it may separate.
  • If oily, blot with a paper towel.
  • Warm in your hands if too stiff.

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Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make dark modeling chocolate?

Plan on 15 minutes of prep, plus 2 hours to chill. The recipe makes 400 g (1 servings).

How should I store dark modeling chocolate?

Wrapped airtight at cool room temperature up to 1 month; knead before reuse.

Can I make dark modeling chocolate ahead?

Yes. It needs time to chill and set, so it is a good one to make the day before you serve it.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

438 Calories / serving
0.0g Fat
117.6g Carbs
0.0g Protein
64.8g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~438 cal · 0g fat · 118g carbs · 0g protein · 65g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

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