The Chocolate Candy Blog

Debrand Chocolates

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:49:08 GMT

Debrand Chocolates in Fort Wayne, IN is quite a gorgeous gourmet chocolate shop - both for the eye and the palate!

Flavoring Dark And Milk Chocolate?

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:22:01 GMT

Hello again! Christmas season is upon us again and I can't wait to start making candy! This year I would like to try some different recipes so...I

Chocolate Dipped Marshmallow Pops?

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:10:58 GMT

Hi! I'd like to make these chocolate dipped marshmallow pops and sell them at my next craft fair along with my buckeyes and dipped pretzel rods.

Making Chocolate Taffy's

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:56:41 GMT

When making chocolate taffy's in a mold, I find that the white of the taffy stick sometimes shows thru the chocolate. Any suggestions on how to

Why do white "snowflake-like" spots form on top of chocolate-covered candies?

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:42:56 GMT

Why do white snowflake-like spots form on top of chocolate-covered candies? My mother and I have been making homemade chocolates for Christmas gifts

What is white candy wafer?

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:25:42 GMT

Hi, I'm from England and have a fudge recipe I want to make. What is white candy wafer as we don't get that here? Hi Louise, White candy

Using Molds To Make Truffles

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 22:59:21 GMT

Can you use a square candy mold to make truffles? Yes, using molds to make truffles is a simple way to get a beautiful finish to your chocolate

Adding Dye To Chocolate

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:10:30 GMT

I have a question about adding dye to chocolate... I am making white chocolate covered pretzels and I wanted to add dye to make them orange but when

Why am I having trouble melting my colored melting wafers?

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:03:23 GMT

Why am I having trouble melting my colored melting wafers? I melt my light green and blue melting wafers in the microwave in the same kind of

Centerpiece With Molded Lollipops

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:23:35 GMT

Centerpiece Question: Hi! I am wanting to make a centerpiece with molded lollipops, much like the one you have pictures. What supplies (other than

Chocolate Separates for Dipped Apples

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:37:31 GMT

I dipped Apples in Calabaut Chocolate (56 Cocoa) but when I went to cut the apple into pieces to share with co-workers the chocolate came off. What

Defrosting and Refreezing Chocolate Candies

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:21:35 GMT

Hi! I've got a question about defrosting and refreezing chocolate candies. I am going to be selling my homemade buckeyes (peanut butter balls

Using Candy Melts And Molds

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:13:40 GMT

I'm using candy melts and molds. When using candy melts, the chocolate sometimes has a frosty/greyish white appearance - what causes that and can it

Why Won't My Chocolate Melt?

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 15:49:03 GMT

Why won't my chocolate melt properly? I am trying to make Halloween lollipops and the colored wafers melted perfectly but the milk chocolate ones are

Holiday Chocolates For Special Occasions

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 19:03:35 GMT

Holiday chocolates for special occasions are a must! Every holiday and special event deserves to be celebrated with everyone's favorite treat, chocolate candy!

Card For Pastor Appreciation Day

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 13:51:02 GMT

We made this card for Pastor Appreciation Day 2009. We just wanted to take a FASTBREAK to share with you what you mean to us! We appreciate how you

Good Bye! Card

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 02:31:53 GMT

This is a Good Bye Card for my neighbors who are moving away! 10/21/09 (I'm attaching a picture, but because it is on black poster board, you can't

Chocolate Spoon Making

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:13:19 GMT

I have a question about chocolate spoon making. I recently opened a small business, doing gift baskets. I live in a small town and am trying to make

How Long Can I Keep Molded Chocolates?

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:44:54 GMT

How long can I keep molded chocolates after they have been made & where should I store them? I want to make these months in advance but need to know

Honey Candy

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:00:49 GMT

Please help me with my Honey Candy recipe! I have a disease where I can have no starch, no dairy! I love chocolate and I make this chocolate honey

Honey Candy

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:00:49 GMT

Please help me with my Honey Candy recipe! I have a disease where I can have no starch, no dairy! I love chocolate and I make this chocolate honey

What kind of paper is used to wrap fudge?

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 03:24:02 GMT

Hi. I make fudge to give as gifts for the holidays. I have noticed at places that sell fudge they use a very thin transparent paper that isn't wax

What can I use in chocolate to keep it from melting?

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 03:12:57 GMT

What can I use in chocolate to keep it from melting, especially if I want to ship it? I make candy sometimes and everyone wants them, but I'm having

I am having trouble melting waffers.

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 03:06:56 GMT

I am using a melting pot and as the chocolate is melting it looks like pudding. Am I overheating the chocolate? Hi Annette, What exactly do you

Carob Chips With No Cane Sugar, Dairy, or Cocoa

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 03:02:26 GMT

Hi, I didn't want to submit a recipe, but was after one for carob chips with no cane sugar, dairy or cocoa. My son has allergies to these things

Making Candy Apples

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 02:57:19 GMT

Why didn't the candy harden on the apple? I was making candy apples (LOVE THEM!!) and followed all the directions but the candy NEVER hardened. I

How long will homemade hard candy suckers be good?

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 04:04:11 GMT

I made these hard candy suckers with sugar, water, and light corn syrup a few weeks ago. My husband just told my kids that they wouldn't be any

How long will cream filled homemade chocolates last?

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 03:35:08 GMT

How long will cream filled homemade chocolates last? Many of the recipes for filled homemade chocolates use cream - but I don't know how long these

Cabbage Patch Chocolate Mould

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 03:27:08 GMT

Hi, I am looking forward to make some of these cabbage patch chocolate for my friend's upcomming baby shower but pleaseeeee somebody help me find one

Why does chocolate get white dots when it sets?

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 03:12:58 GMT

I'm trying to make chocolate coated balls. I melt the chocolate in a pre-heated glass bowl. When I coat the balls they look fine but when they dry

Ingredients To Make Creme Filled Chocolate Candy?

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 02:51:08 GMT

Where can I get all the ingredients to make creme filled chocolate candy in the Asheville, North Carolina area? Please help me get started in

Preventing Condensation on Chocolate Lollipops

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 01:29:46 GMT

Need Help Preventing Condensation on Chocolate Lollipops! I just started making chocolate lollipops and have found a real love for it!! The

Anniversary Candy Bar Card Ideas?

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 19:29:48 GMT

Any ideas on a chocolate bar card for a first anniversary? I am looking to make a 1st Anniversary card for my brother and sister-in-law using

Your Website

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:58:00 GMT

Hi Angie, Just love your web site. Was the theme for your website included as part of your package with Site Build It or did you employ someone else

Chocolate Making

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 02:14:06 GMT

Hi I would like to do chocolate making and fudge in my bakery. I work with the imperial measurement can you help me. Thanks from Jack Hi

Happy Birthday Card Ideas

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 02:01:57 GMT

Dear ___________, Buddy, you should TAKE 5 and shake your LAFFY TAFFY cause its your birthday!!! I searched the MILKY WAY, new YORK and back

Dessert Cookbook

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 03:04:23 GMT

Are you looking for just chocolate desserts? Yes, I do know this is a chocolate website! :) Heidi Rockey Hi Heidi, That's a great question!

Birthday Candy Bar Card

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 02:53:46 GMT

Made this Birthday candy bar card for my sisters 37th birthday... We wanted to (Take 5) to toastie you on your 37th birthday! Don't think this is

Why does my hard candy turn to sugar?

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 03:15:57 GMT

I am trying to make toffee candy but when my mixture gets to 300 degrees and I spread it on a cookie sheet it turns to sugar... Help! Hi

CANADIAN CHOCOLATE LOVER?

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:23:09 GMT

HI, I'M A CANADIAN CHOCOLATE LOVER AND I TRULY ENJOY THIS SITE. THANKS SO MUCH! I WAS WONDERING IF ANY OF YOUR CANADIAN READERS KNOW WHERE I CAN

Dipping Truffles

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 03:16:59 GMT

Trouble Dipping Truffles We are making chocolate truffles and some flavored ones. However, when we dip them in dipping chocolate, some seem to

Ship Chocolate

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 03:01:47 GMT

How do you ship quality chocolate with ice without it blooming? I want to know how to ship chocolate without blooming when packed with ice. Hi

Problem in Freezing Chocolate

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 02:49:59 GMT

I have problem in freezing chocolate and flavoring. After freezing it's seized on chocolate, then I can't wrap chocolate easily. Please help me out

Melting Chocolate

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 02:38:16 GMT

In the tips for melting chocolate it says to use shortening instead of butter. Is this true or have I read it wrong? I need to make it for putting

Help!!! My Toffee is the worst.!

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 02:25:52 GMT

I have made toffee 4 times. The first time it was a slimy mess, the second time a gritty horror, 3 and 4 it looked good but was more like taffy than

Chocolate for Couples

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 18:59:30 GMT

I don't know how to make this chocolate for couples. Teach me please. Hi Margi, That photo you provided is a picture of chocolate covered

Who can help me make the molds?

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 02:19:23 GMT

I have some designs in mind for chocolate but I don't know who to ask about making the molds. If you can help by telling me who can help me make

Free Chocolate Candy Bars!

Sat, 05 Sep 2009 03:40:06 GMT

Don't forget that Mars is giving away free chocolate candy bars every Friday until the end of September.

The first 250,000 people to sign up each week will receive a coupon for a candy bar of their choice.

Even if you think you've missed it, go to RealChocolate.com and give it a try. You may still have time.

I forgot one Friday and they were still taking submissions on Saturday, so it's worth the effort. If it IS too late, just sign up for the email notification so you won't forget next week! :)

How To Remove Truffles From A Mold

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 03:32:19 GMT

Hi, I have used a really nice plastic mold for some truffles that I made. The problem is removing the truffle from the mold. The only way I found

Making Dipped Chocolates

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 03:13:48 GMT

Dear Ms, When making dipped chocolates, how do you keep your dipped chocolates from have a small uncovered spot on every candy? I have, of course,