DIPPED CHOCOLATE ANYTHING
Tempering chocolate is not hard, but it's a little bit tricky. You definitely need a candy thermometer (old-fashioned or digital) to measure three or four temperatures: roughly 115 degrees Fahrenheit and 91 and 88 degrees. Melt the chocolate slowly in a double boiler to about 115 degrees. Then to bring the temperature to dipping perfection (91 degrees), add more unmelted chocolate to the pot until the temperature is 91. At that point you can start dipping - fruit, graham crackers, cookies - whatever. When the chocolate reaches 88 degrees, if it lasts that long, the dipping must stop. But don't worry, you can reheat the chocolate.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dips and spreads, dessert
Time 45m
Yield Enough for 20 to 30 dips
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Melt 1 1/2 pounds chocolate in top of a double boiler (or clean metal bowl set over simmering water). Remove chocolate from heat when it reaches between 110 and 115 degrees on a candy thermometer.
- To bring into tempering range, add remaining chocolate to the mixture and stir constantly with a rubber spatula until the thermometer registers 82 to 84 degrees. Put chocolate back over the hot water and bring temperature to between 88 and 91 degrees. Be careful not to let the temperature fall too far or you will have to gently re-warm the mixture; if the temperature rises above 91 degrees in the tempering step, you will have to start the process over.
- Once tempered, use immediately for dipping. Store tempered chocolate at room temperature.
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[email protected]This recipe is a great way to make a quick and easy gift. The chocolate is rich and creamy, and the dipping process is easy. I've made chocolate-dipped strawberries, marshmallows, and pretzels, and they're all delicious.
Juliette Leclerc
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to make a delicious and impressive dessert. The chocolate is rich and creamy, and the dipping process is easy. I've made chocolate-dipped strawberries, marshmallows, and pretzels, and they're all delicious.
Mark Saxton
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to make a fun and festive dessert. The chocolate is rich and creamy, and the dipping process is easy. I've made chocolate-dipped strawberries, marshmallows, and pretzels, and they're all delicious.
Nafees Syead
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to make a quick and easy snack. The chocolate is rich and creamy, and the dipping process is easy. I've made chocolate-dipped strawberries, marshmallows, and pretzels, and they're all delicious.
Fredo Pinto
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chocolate. The chocolate is rich and creamy, and the dipping process is easy. I've made chocolate-dipped strawberries, marshmallows, and pretzels, and they're all delicious.
Angel Chymma
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a party or potluck. The chocolate is rich and creamy, and the dipping process is easy. I've made chocolate-dipped strawberries, marshmallows, and pretzels, and they're all delicious.
Vicky Trayvilla
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to make a quick and easy dessert. The chocolate is rich and creamy, and the dipping process is easy. I've made chocolate-dipped strawberries, marshmallows, and pretzels, and they've all been delicious.
Sohila Tooy
[email protected]I've been using this recipe for years and it never fails to impress. The chocolate is always smooth and creamy, and the dipping process is easy. I've made chocolate-dipped strawberries, marshmallows, and pretzels, and they're all delicious.
Hayaat Ali
[email protected]This is a great recipe for chocolate lovers. The chocolate is rich and decadent, and the dipping process is easy. I've made chocolate-dipped strawberries, marshmallows, and pretzels, and they've all been delicious.
sohan sorkar
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chocolate is rich and creamy, and the dipping process is easy. I've made chocolate-dipped strawberries, marshmallows, and pretzels, and they've all been delicious.
Ricky Cidar
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so versatile. I've used it to make chocolate-dipped strawberries, marshmallows, and pretzels. They're all delicious and perfect for parties or gifts.
sabien Perales
[email protected]This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious. I made chocolate-dipped Oreos and they were a hit with my family.
Sizamile Ngubane
[email protected]I've tried this recipe several times now and it always turns out great. The chocolate is always smooth and creamy, and the dipping process is easy. I've used this recipe to make chocolate-dipped strawberries, marshmallows, and pretzels, and they've a
Kritika Adhikari
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chocolate. I had some dark chocolate chips that I needed to use up, and this recipe was the perfect solution. The chocolate-dipped pretzels were delicious and made a great snack.
Jumshed Alam
[email protected]I was really impressed with this recipe. The chocolate was easy to work with and the results were stunning. I made chocolate-dipped strawberries and they were a hit at my party.
Raam Bahar
[email protected]5 stars! This recipe is a winner. The chocolate was rich and creamy, and the dipping process was a breeze. I'll definitely be making this again.
Marcheline Inape
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver! I've always been intimidated by chocolate dipping, but this recipe made it so easy. The chocolate came out smooth and glossy, and the results were delicious.