Ingredients
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1 1/2
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2
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Directions
Perfect Dipping Chocolate, Use only shortening for this, do not use butter, margarine or oil! Tips for dipping chocolate on bottom!, How do i make my own chocolate if I have no chocolate chips or melting chocolates?, I made the sweetmarie bars a few days ago but because of health , had them covered and now want to dip them in chocolate , should I or just throw the mixture out and start again
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Steps
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Done
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Remove the Chilled Candy from the Refrigerator About 10 Minutes Before Coating (dipping Cold Centers Can Result in Cracked Coating). |
2
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Place the Chocolate Chips and Shortening in a 2-Cup Measuring Bowl. |
3
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Place the Bowl Into a Larger Bowl Which Contains Very Warm Water (about100-110f) the Water Should Reach Only Halfway Up the 2-Cup Bowl With the Chocolate (do not Let Even 1 Drop Water Mix With Chocolate!). |
4
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Stir Mixture Constantly With a Small Spatula Until the Chocolate Is Melted and the Mixture Is Smooth (this Should Take About 16-18 Minutes, Do not Rush the Melted Process). |
5
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If Necessary Replace the Water With More Very Warm Water. |
6
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Remove the 2-Cup Bowl With Melted Chocolate from the Water and Continue to Stir Until All the Chocolate Is Cooled Slightly (about 2-3 Minutes). |
7
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Set One Candy Onto a Two-Pronged Fork, Then Completely Dip Candy Into Melted Chocolate. |
8
Done
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Gently Tap the Fork Against Side of the Bowl to Remove Any Excess Melted Chocolate. |
9
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Place Onto Baking Sheet Lined With Waxed Paper. |
10
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Repeat With Remaining Candy. |
11
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If the Chocolate Becomes Too Thick For Dipping, Place the Bowl Containing the Chocolate Into the Bowl With Warm Water Until Desired Consistancy. |
12
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Tips on How to Work With Dipping Chocolate. |
13
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Avoid All Types of Moisture When Melting the Chocolate, Any Steam or Drops of Moisture Can Cause the Mixture to :seize" or Become Very Firm, Crumbly and Grainy, If This Occurs It Can Be Corrected by Stirring in 1 Teaspoon Shortening For Each 2 Ounces of Melted Chocolate. |
14
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Chocolate Can Also Be Melted Over Low Heat in a Double Boiler. |
15
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Store the Chocolate Tightly Wrapped in a Cool Dry Place, Do not Refrigerate. |