The Chocolate Candy Blog

Chocolate Comes Out Of The Molds Rust Color

Thu, 17 May 2012 12:08:19 GMT

My chocolate comes out of the molds rust color. What am I doing wrong? I'm a new chocolatier and make candy bars with ganache filling. When I remove

Chocolate Covered Marshmallow

Tue, 15 May 2012 13:14:17 GMT

This a simple, but fun, chocolate covered marshmallow treat! You've just got to try it! I was interested in making a unique treat for a bake-sale. So,

Why Are My Lollipops Rough?

Thu, 10 May 2012 23:01:26 GMT

Please help! Why are my lollipops rough? (brittle) I know this isn't about chocolate but it's so urgent! I'm making 500 lollipops for an event coming

Flowers For Mother's Day?

Wed, 09 May 2012 11:47:56 GMT

Are you getting your mom some flowers for Mother's Day this year?

If not, why not? Maybe you are planning something much better for her instead. Fair enough. I'll let you off the hook. :)

If you've waited till the last minute and still don't have a gift of love and appreciation organized for your mother, flowers might be a good idea to save your bacon.

Seriously, this is my 3rd Mother's Day with my mom in heaven, and I miss spoiling her. Of course, I miss everything about her!

Let me be a bit soppy and encourage you not to take your dear mother for granted. She may not have been "perfect" but I'm sure you're not either. Do SOMETHING this year to let her know how grateful you are that she's your mom.

FTD services both the USA and Canada, so take advantage of their special Mother's Day sale to get your mom something bright and pretty. In fact, you can go all out and SAVE 50% on a dozen mixed roses for Mother's Day! (Exp 5/11)

To all the mom's who frequent Chocolate Candy Mall, I wish each of you a wonderful Mother's Day! You deserve it! :)

What Kind Of Candy...

Tue, 08 May 2012 07:06:33 GMT

Have you ever wondered What kind of candy was that? We often get people writing in who are looking for a specific type of candy. Often, they don't know

Merckens Chocolate Problems

Sun, 06 May 2012 11:58:54 GMT

I need some help with Merckens chocolate problems. I am pretty new to the candy making business. I am using Merckens wafers for now. Since I will be

Real Mother's Day Cards - Send One For Free!

Wed, 02 May 2012 09:40:06 GMT

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I enjoyed sending a free Easter card just a few weeks ago and now they're doing it again. I already ordered mine! I love this place!

Use code: LUVMOM and get yours now before they change their minds! ;)

How To Revive A Batch Of Praline?

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 07:24:25 GMT

Does anyone know how to revive a batch of praline candy? I made a batch of Praline Candy. I followed directions to the T. The recipe said to boil

Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 06:37:23 GMT

Rob's Delight My Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes (or Muffins) The other day I saw on a cooking channel a person making Boston Cream Pie using cup cakes molds.

Fudge Filled Ice Cream Cones

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 00:51:40 GMT

Need some tips for making fudge filled cones... I recall seeing these in a shop. Tiny Cones filled with fudge. Has anyone ever made these? I know

Storing Candy For Freshness

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 22:45:44 GMT

Storing Candy properly to make the goodness last and last, as long as you don't eat it first.

Chocolate Candy Bar Cards

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 03:36:58 GMT

Chocolate Candy Bar Cards are a clever way to write a tasty message to someone special in your life. Make a "note" of it.

Mothers Day Chocolate Gifts

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 02:58:30 GMT

Choose from a selection of Mothers Day Chocolate Gifts and Ideas that will let your mom know you are thinking of her with love.

Sugar Free Chocolate Chips And Melts

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 02:48:49 GMT

Use Sugar Free Chocolate Chips for making all your favorite Chocolate Candy Recipes.

Chocolate Covered Pretzels Stale?

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:53:23 GMT

Why were my chocolate covered pretzels stale? I make my own caramel when I make the chocolate covered pretzels and use the Wilton chocolate wafers.

A Gift That Will Be Remembered!

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 02:54:01 GMT

Trying to think of a memorable gift for someone you love this Easter? Chocolate is always a good idea, of course.

But, every now and then you want to combine it with something that will last (Chocolate sure won't!) and make a real impression.

Take a few minutes to check out some of the wonderful gifts available at Things Remembered.

And don't forget that Mother's Day is just around the bend. Find the perfect gift for your mother, daughter, wife, or grandmother now instead of waiting till the last minute.

Anything purchased from Things Remembered is sure to make a lasting impression!

Using Tempered Chocolate

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 07:18:16 GMT

I have a couple of questions about using tempered chocolate. I want to make chocolate shells using high-quality bittersweet chocolate, which is obviously

Tempering Chocolate For Candy Making

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 07:07:58 GMT

Tempering Chocolate is necessary to get just the right finish on homemade cream-filled chocolates. Detailed instruction are at your fingertips.

Lollipop Cake

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 06:21:58 GMT

I made this lollipop cake and these chocolate covered pretzels for my grandson's baby shower, then I made them again for my friend's baby shower, and for

French Chocolate Truffles

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 12:40:18 GMT

These French Chocolate Truffles were absolutely the most delicious chocolate experience. zChocolat has really cornered the market in the area of a pure gourmet chocolate indulgence, so pamper...

Your Best Desserts Served Up Here!

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 07:40:34 GMT

The Best Desserts from all over the world all in one place. Cakes, cookies, chocolate dessert recipes and more. From simple desserts to those that take special attention...

Marshmallow Fondant

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 12:37:31 GMT

Why is my marshmallow fondant lumpy? I have made the marshmallow fondant recipe below a total of 5 times. The first three times it turned out perfectly,

Candy Topiaries

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 11:01:27 GMT

I need some suggestions for making candy topiaries. Hope you can help! I have searched and can't find the answer to my question. I want to make a candy

Make Your Own Candy Bouquet

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 03:58:09 GMT

Simple steps to make your own candy bouquet. Edible candy bouquets make great gifts whether you buy them or make them. These instructions for making candy bouquet can help...

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Fri, 02 Mar 2012 03:59:09 GMT

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What Makes Homemade Candy Turn White?

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:19:07 GMT

Apart from freezing, what makes homemade candy turn white? I make homemade chocolate covered nuts using white almond bark and semi-sweet morsels. The

How do you make pralines in large batches?

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:27:44 GMT

How do yo make pralines in large batches? When making pralines, how do you keep large batches of praline mixture at the right consistency when scooping?

Valentine Chocolate Gift

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 04:03:29 GMT

Try these delicious and romantic valentine chocolate gift ideas to make the people you love feel special this Valentine's Day.

Chocolate Heart Boxes

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 02:31:08 GMT

Angie asked me to tell my story behind these chocolate heart boxes, so here I go... We have been struggling financially (like every other American family)

Valentines Day Ideas

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 01:43:01 GMT

Great Valentines Day ideas for valentine gifts, valentine party games, and even homemade valentine cards. Use one of these or share your own great idea for Valentines Day.

Valentines Day Fun!

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 02:20:23 GMT

For Valentines Day fun, create your own Valentine puzzle and games! Valentine's Day is a day for romance, but it should also be a day for fun. There

Valentine Gift For Husband

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 01:25:14 GMT

Valentine gift for husband - Romantic dinner for two! Monday, Feb. 13, started as any other day, but at 7pm on the arrival of my husband coming home

Valentine Candy Hearts

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:42:39 GMT

These Valentine candy hearts are a fun way to give chocolate with love! I am one of the room mom's for my daughter's class, and we always seem to have

Valentines Day Breakfast

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 12:00:48 GMT

Make Valentine's Day Special with a Valentines Day Breakfast! I've finally decided what I would do for the family for Valentines day. I've decided to

Valentines Day Creative Ideas

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 11:44:13 GMT

If you're looking for Valentines Day creative ideas, here's a chocolate Valentine frame with a difference. As I am currently single and have no-one to

Valentine Sugar Cookies

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 06:20:21 GMT

Spread some Cookie Love with Valentine sugar cookies! Our special Valentine activity takes place at our church. On the Sunday evening nearest to Valentine's

Valentines Gift Ideas For Him

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:09:48 GMT

He isn't her daddy but he loves her like he is.....And she feels the same! What to do when you need emergency Valentine gift ideas for him??? I had

Chocolate Strawberry Bouquet

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 12:24:03 GMT

I recently tried to make a chocolate strawberry bouquet, but I'm having trouble getting the skewered chocolate covered strawberries to stay in place.

Handmade Chocolates in a Handmade Box

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:22:35 GMT

Hi Angie I wanted to show you what my final Valentine gift to my husband looks like. After I uploaded this same little box with store-bought chocolates

Valentine Gifts For Kids

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 11:05:35 GMT

My husband and I don't make a huge deal of Valentine's Day. We have a nice home-cooked meal with dessert, and we exchange cards and a small gift. Nothing

Toffee Apples Too Chewy

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 01:45:50 GMT

Problem: Toffee Apples Too Chewy I have made several attempts at making toffee apples. The recipes are more or less the same - sugar water and a touch

Valentine Craft Ideas

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 08:18:49 GMT

Valentine craft ideas that are fun and interesting. Valentines day crafts for all ages that will make this special day even sweeter for everyone involved!

Non-Fattening Crochet Chocolates

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 08:17:01 GMT

Say Happy Valentine's Day with non-fattening crochet chocolates! I absolutely ADORE chocolates. If my taste buds had their way all my meals would consist

Decorate Or Write On Hard Candy

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:01:06 GMT

How can I decorate or write on hard candy? I have made hard candy suckers and I want to personalize them before I wrap them. I have tried gel piping,

Chocolate Pixie Sticks

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 09:38:59 GMT

My homemade Chocolate Pixie Sticks give me a chocolate fix, just when I need it. I happen to be on Weight Watchers, so when I need a chocolate fix I

Convert An Ice Cream Recipe To A Candy Recipe

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 09:12:30 GMT

How do you convert an ice cream recipe to a candy recipe? Here's an ice creams recipe that has the creamy taste that I want to replicate in a candy. I

Poisonous Truffles?

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 08:40:19 GMT

How to avoid making poisonous truffles? I was wondering since I wanted to make a special truffle for my valentine if there is some fruit or edible berries

Make everyone feel special on Valentine's Day!

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:39:15 GMT

Here's what we do to make everyone feel special on Valentine's Day! I volunteer with an after school program at a housing authority in Georgia. I work

Valentine Box Idea

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:47:06 GMT

Ever since I heard about your contest I have been secretly working on a project for a Valentine box idea when my hubby is out of the house. I don't think

Romantic Evening With My Husband

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 02:13:23 GMT

For Valentine's Day, I'm planning a Romantic Evening with my husband! My husband and I have been married for 44 years, and even today we are the best