2015 | How to use Chocolate

Mar 6, 2015

Chocolate Secrets Revealed

Everyday on How To Cook That there are hundreds of comments, requests and questions. Lately there has been a groundswell of questions all about chocolate. What chocolate should I use? How do I temper it? Can I temper in a double boiler? What is tempered chocolate? This video reveals the answer to all of your chocolate questions so you...

Mar 5, 2015

10 most expensive Oscar dresses of all time

As disclosed that the dress £ 97K Clavin Klein Lupita Nyong'o was stolen, we run through the most expensive dresses always use on the Oscar red carpet.As disclosed that the dress £ 97K Calvin Klein used by Lupita Nyong'o 2015 Oscar was stolen, we run through the most expensive dresses never be used in the Oscar red carpet. Cate Blanchett...

Mar 3, 2015

Coffee Fanatic Chocolate Truffles

Coffee lovers note! It's easy to make delicious truffles and here we tell you how to use coffee instead of cream to make a dreamy sweet that's lactose-free. By Ecole Chocolat Cook's Notes: We tried this recipe with both 60 percent dark and good-quality milk chocolate. The dark chocolate produced an intensely flavored bonbon that is lactose-free...

Chocolate Butter

Serve this velvety spread at room temperature with toast or croissants. Pass the chocolate butter around and let everyone spread on their own toast. By Real Simple Magazine Real Simple Magazine's Chocolate Butter is like a spreadable truffle. Ecole Chocolat note: We also recommend this recipe as a quick and easy dessert. Create a dessert...

Chocolate S'More Bombs

Considered one of America's most innovative pastry chefs, Executive Chef Ben Roche of Moto Restaurant in Chicago has created a tempting little sweet that literally explodes with flavor, texture and outright fun. It speaks to both a nostalgia for childhood treats and the modern sophistication beloved by trend-setting foodies and cooks. By...

Scotch Lover's Chocolate Truffles

We developed this simple method for making delicious truffles, here flavored with Scotch. If you prefer other liquors or liqueurs, go ahead and use them. They'll be just as yummy. By Ecole Chocolat Scotch Lover's Truffles combine two great flavors into one delicious treat. Photo by Ric Ernst Cook's Notes: We used two 100g bars of 60%...

Chocolate-Covered Caramel Popcorn

“This is a hands-down best-seller in our store,” says Andrew Garrison Shotts of Garrison Confections. “What could be better? Fresh, salty popcorn and crunchy nuts covered in creamy caramel and then drizzled with chocolate?” We couldn't agree more. By Andrew Garrison Shotts Andrew Garrison Shotts | Making Artisan Chocolates | Quarry Books,...

Mar 1, 2015

Strawberry Rhubarb White Chocolate Truffle

Salt is becoming almost as ubiquitous in chocolate candy as sugar and cream. That's because salt is a flavor booster like no other, whether in a sweet or savory dish. Here, the salt imparts a delightful counterpoint to the the richly sweet caramel and all of it becomes a splendid symphony of flavors and textures with the addition of chocolate....

Candy Cane Truffles

Anything minty is usually welcomed after the full and heavy meals typical of the holiday season. And here, the crème de menthe turns the traditional holiday candy cane into a grown-up treat. These would be perfect for an after-dinner nibble when a major dessert might be too much. By Andrew Garrison Shotts Andrew Garrison Shotts | Making...

Chocolate Salami

Chantal Coady, founder of Rococo Chocolates in London, England has been a pioneer of the fine-chocolate revolution for 30 years. In her latest book, Rococo: Mastering the Art of Chocolate, Coady shares her expertise and lets us in on the secrets of chocolate alchemy. From the perfect ganache recipe to delicious salted caramel truffles, her...

Traditional-Ale Truffles

Paul A.Young is Britain's most lauded chocolatier because of his daring and dazzling flavor combinations. This is the man who invented the port and stilton truffle, and then went on to create the marmite truffle as well as the caramelized onion and rosemary truffle. Recipes for all three are in his new book, Adventures with Chocolate, which...

Feb 27, 2015

Dark and Stormies

Fresh ginger and rum flavor the white chocolate centres, adding a delightful tropical note that is complimented by the dark chocolate coating. By Peter P. Greweling Peter P. Greweling | Chocolates and Confections: Formula, Theory and Technique for the Artisan Confectioner | John Wiley & Sons, 2007 Yield: 180 pieces Ingredients 6 oz....

Chocolate Arbequina Truffles

Olive oil is used in both sweet and savory creations in the Mediterranean, and here, the rich fruity notes of Arbequina olives from California add delicious flavor to the chocolate truffles. Ecole Chocolat founder Pam Williams has tried these and says they are fabulous. By California Olive Ranch California Olive Ranch uses its arbequina...

Milk Chocolate and Bourbon Truffles

Chocolate and spirits have a great affinity for each other, and in this truffle recipe from Chocolates El Rey, the Venezuelan producer of fine chocolate uses its milk chocolate with delicious results. By Chocolates El Rey Variations for finishing the truffles can include rolling them in cocoa nibs or cocoa or drizzling them with dark...

Burnt Caramel Sauce

Who would want to burn anything? Master chocolatier Michael Recchiuti knows that burning sugar brings out a great flavor. Pour this sauce over ice cream, brownies, chocolate cake or use as a flavoring for ganache or mousse. Michael talks about caramel in our Chocolate Masters Hangout. By Michael Recchiuti Michael Recchiuti and Fran...

White Chocolate Coconut Ganache Truffles

Lake Champlain Chocolates of Vermont has some great recipes and both traditional and microwave chocolate-tempering instructions. If you love coconut, this recipe from LCC's website offers a dreamy, creamy confection. Use only coconut milk if you want a creamier mixture, or add shredded coconut for texture. If you want to shape and dip your...

Salted Browned Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles

Salt is becoming almost as ubiquitous in chocolate candy as sugar and cream. That's because salt is a flavor booster like no other, whether in a sweet or savory dish. Here, the salt imparts a delightful counterpoint to the the richly sweet caramel and all of it becomes a splendid symphony of flavors and textures with the addition of chocolate....

Cognac and Ginger Creams

Hand-made chocolates are always a welcome hostess gift, especially when they include the spark of cognac and preserved ginger, as in this sophisticated little treat from the book, Chocolate Ecstacy: 75 of the Most Dangerous Recipes Ever by Christine France. By Christine France The pretty outer shells, decorated with candied ginger,...

Feb 26, 2015

Chocolate Peanut Butter Gianduja

Who can resist peanut butter and chocolate? This creamy, truffle-based dessert from Scharffen Berger Chocolate is sure to please lovers of this combo. By John Scharffenberger and Robert Steinberg The Essence of Chocolate: Recipes for Baking and Cooking with Fine Chocolate | John Scharffenberger and Robert Steinberg | Hyperion, 2006 ...

Almond Chocolate Truffles

This easy truffle recipe replaces peanut butter with almond butter for a rich and delicately flavored treat. Toasted almonds give it a nice crunch. By Ecole Chocolat Almond Butter Truffles are rolled in toasted chopped almonds. Yield: 40-45 pieces Ingredients 4 oz./115g bittersweet or dark chocolate, chopped into small pieces 6 oz./175g...

Raspberry Chocolate Truffle Tart

Raspberries and chocolate pair up beautifully in this sophisticated but easy-to-make dessert. Use raspberry coulis if fresh berries aren't available. By Lori Longbotham Lori Longbotham | Luscious Berry Desserts | Chronicle Books, 2006 Yield: 10-12 servings Ingredients 9 oz. chocolate cookie crumbs or chocolate wafers, broken into large...

Toasted Coconut Truffles

This one's definitely for coconut lovers as it has both coconut milk in the filling and shredded toasted coconut as a covering. Use only sweetened coconut. To toast coconut, place in 350°F oven for about 5 minutes, or until light golden brown. By Dede Wilson Dede Wilson | Truffles: 50 Deliciously Decadent Homemade Chocolate Treats | Harvard...

TCHO Caramel Chocolate Popcorn

Can’t decide between popcorn, pretzels, dried fruit, and chocolate? Have them all with “TCHO Munch” – their take on caramel chocolate popcorn. By Heather Haskell & Alana Buckley TCHO Chocolates TCHO Munch hits all the right notes when a snack is in order. TCHO Photo. Yield: About 14 cups Ingredients 12 cups popped popcorn (about...

Milk Chocolate Rum Raisin Truffles

Guittard, legendary Bay Area chocolate maker, offers fine chocolate for cooking, baking and chocolate making at fine food stores and also online. By Guittard Milk Chocolate Rum Raisin Truffles are delicious with a cup of coffee. Yield: 16-20 one-inch (2.5cm) truffles Ingredients 1 1/2 tbsps. raisins, chopped 1 tbsp. rum 1 cup (6 oz./170g)...

Feb 25, 2015

Almond Roca

This classic candy appeals to everyone: chocolate lovers, those who are nuts about almonds, and those who love the buttery crunch of caramel. By John Scharffenberger John Scharffenberger and Robert Steinberg | The Essence of Chocolate | Hyperion 2006 "This recipe can be doubled without any extra effort. Just make sure you use a large...

Dulce de Leche Coffee Truffles

Dulce de leche is a Latin invention, a thick milky caramel that can be addictive, it's so good. Here it combines with coffee to make a luscious little treat. By Peter Greweling Peter P. Greweling | Chocolates and Confections: Formula, Theory and Technique for the Artisan Confectioner | John Wiley & Son "Dulce de leche may be made...

White Chocolate Fruit and Nut Bark

Chocolate nut bark is an easy-to-make and delicious treat that gets even better with the addition of dried fruit and marshmallows. White chocolate looks festive, but you can use any favorite chocolate with this recipe. This also works well with toasted slivered almonds. By Dwayne Ridgaway Dwayne Ridgaway | The Gourmet's Guide to Cooking...

Mrs. D's Chocolate Peanut Fudge

Fudge is one of those childhood treats that reserves a special place in the heart of many chocoholics. And Mom's home-made fudge is the best of all. This recipe calls for peanuts, but you can use any favorite nut, or a combination of nuts. By Marcel Desaulniers Death by Chocolate: The Last Word on a Consuming Passion | Marcel Desaulniers...

Cacao Bean Bittersweet Chocolate Truffles

This recipe calls for Scharffen Berger's products, which are available by mail order or at Whole Foods. Other fine chocolate nibs and bars can be substituted. By Dede Wilson Dede Wilson | Truffles: 50 Deliciously Decadent Homemade Chocolate Treats | Harvard Common Press, 2006 "Cacao beans, from which we get all of our wonderful chocolate,...

Pistachio-Kirsch Truffles

This is a sophisticated take on those ubiquitous cherry cordial bonbons. Shelling pistachios will give you fresher product, but it can be a tedious job. If your market carries shelled pistachios in the refrigerator section, it's likely they're pretty fresh. If not sure, just ask. By Andrew Garrison Shotts Andrew Garrison Shotts | Making...

Caramelized Cocoa Nib White Chocolate Bark

White chocolate can be too sweet for some, but here, the caramelized crunch of cocoa nibs helps temper the sweetness. By Michael Recchiuti & Fran Gage Michael Recchiuti & Fran Gage | Chocolate Obsession: Confections and Treats to Create and Savor | Stewart, Tabori & Chang 2005 "Cocoa nibs, bits of roasted and shelled cocoa...

Orange Truffles

These unusual looking bonbons have a visual texture that is quite appealling. The recipe is geared to professional chocolatiers and makes a large amount. By Jean-Pierre Wybauw Jean-Pierre Wybauw | Fine Chocolates, Great Experience | Lannoo, 2004 Yield: About 5 lbs. Ingredients 1 cup whipping cream 1 cup corn syrup 1 cup butter 1/2...

Feb 24, 2015

Lemon Verbena Ganache

Modern chocolatiers love experimenting with unusual flavour combinations. This recipe takes full advantage of the fragrant herb, lemon verbena. By Michael Recchiuti & Fran Gage Michael Recchiuti & Fran Gage | Chocolate Obsession: Confections and Treats to Create and Savor | Stewart, Tabori & Chang, 2005 "Lemon verbena is...

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