What kind of chocolate is used for dipping?

The ideal chocolate for melting and dipping is called “couverture” chocolate. (Find it here and here.) Couverture chocolate has a higher ratio of cocoa butter to cocoa, which helps it melt more smoothly. If you can’t find couverture, use the best quality chocolate that you can find.

How do you melt chocolate for dipping cookies?

In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips and shortening uncovered on High 1 to 1 1/2 minutes or until melted; stir until smooth. Dip half of each cooled cookie into melted chocolate. Place on waxed paper until chocolate is set.

What do you use to drizzle chocolate on cookies?

Dip a spoon or fork into the bowl of melted chocolate. Raise the spoon and make sure the chocolate is able to stream down in an even flow. Working quickly, move the chocolate-dipped spoon back and forth a few inches above the dessert to drizzle the chocolate.

How do you make chocolate dipping chocolate for baking?

Place chocolate in a dry, microwave-safe bowl. Now put the bowl in the microwave and microwave in 30-second intervals. Stir the chocolate with a dry spoon or spatula in between each 30-second blast until all of the chips are just about melted and look very glossy. Stop now so the chocolate does not burn.

Can I use Hershey bars as melting chocolate?

Can I use Hershey bars as melting chocolate? According to the Hershey company, Hershey’s chocolate bars melt at 75 degrees Fahrenheit, which is much lower than other baking chocolate. Hershey chocolate bars can be a great substitute for a quick recipe to enhance the flavor with melted sweetness.

How do you make good dipping chocolate?

Tips for Melting Chocolate

  1. Always make sure the chocolate you are melting is chopped in uniform pieces.
  2. NEVER add water when melting chocolate.
  3. Once the chocolate is melted, remove it from the heat source immediately.
  4. Shortening will add an even, shiny coating to the chocolate when it hardens.

How do you thin melted chocolate for dipping?

Add oil, butter, or shortening to thin a small amount of chocolate. The best way to thin chocolate is with the addition of a fat. The exact amount of oil you will need will depend on the thickness of your chocolate and your desired consistency. Start by stirring in just a little splash, then add more if you need to.

How do you make chocolate thinner for dipping?