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Easy Homemade Modeling Chocolate

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Updated Apr 9, 2020
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Turn any type of chocolate into a soft, flexible homemade modeling chocolate that can be used to decorate cakes, cupcakes, cookies and more. All you need is some corn syrup and your favorite chocolate to get started.

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  • Making your own modeling chocolate is so easy, soon you'll be decorating your desserts like a pro! Modeling chocolate, also known as chocolate clay, is easy to make and fun to use to create decorations for cakes, cupcakes, cookies and more. Once you learn the basic techniques for making modeling chocolate, you can use it just like you would fondant. If you love the look of fondant but hate the taste, modeling chocolate is a perfect alternative. I always suggest starting with less corn syrup and adding more as needed until you get a pliable modeling chocolate.

Easy Homemade Modeling Chocolate

  • Prep Time 15 min
  • Total 30 min
  • Servings 1
  • Ingredients 3
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Ingredients

  • 16 oz chocolate
  • 1/3 to 2/3 cup corn syrup
  • Candy coloring (optional)

Instructions

  • Step 
    1
    Melt chocolate, either in a double boiler or microwave. Allow chocolate to cool to 90-91°F, stirring often as it cools.
  • Step 
    2
    Start by adding 1/3 cup corn syrup to milk or white chocolate and 1/2 cup corn syrup to dark chocolate. Stir just to incorporate the corn syrup.
  • Step 
    3
    Pour out onto a cold surface like a granite countertop or marble cutting board. You can also use a baking sheet. Knead the modeling chocolate, adding small amounts of corn syrup if needed, until soft and pliable.
  • Step 
    4
    Let the modeling chocolate rest for 15 minutes before using it to sculpt figures, cut shapes or cover a cake. You can also add coloring, if desired. Wear food handling gloves and knead in the coloring.
  • Step 
    5
    Wrap any extra modeling chocolate tightly in plastic wrap, then seal in a zip top bag. Store at room temperature for up to two months.

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