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Modeling Chocolate

A delightful and pliable chocolate medium that's perfect for creating edible art and decorations for desserts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 15 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Various
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 12 oz chocolate any type: dark, milk, or white
  • 1/3 cup light corn syrup

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Spatula
  • Counter space or work surface
  • Plastic wrap
  • Cutting board (optional for shaping)

Method
 

  1. Chop the chocolate into small, even pieces.
  2. Place the chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between.
  3. Once the chocolate is fully melted, stir in the light corn syrup.
  4. Mix the chocolate and corn syrup until completely combined and smooth.
  5. Let the mixture cool at room temperature until it's cool enough to handle.
  6. Knead the chocolate until smooth and pliable.
  7. Wrap the modeling chocolate tightly in plastic wrap to prevent hardening.
  8. Use the modeling chocolate to create decorations or covers for cakes and desserts.

Notes

Modeling chocolate can be stored wrapped tightly to keep it fresh and pliable for future use.