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What can I use to thin out candy melts?
Adding just a half teaspoon of oil can help thin candy melts but should only be used when in a pinch. Most oils are liquid at room temperature which means your candy melts may not harden as firm as you would like. However, adding the oil will definitely make the candy melts easier to work with.
How do you make candy melts smooth?
Thinning Candy Melts using other Oils In addition to vegetable oil, coconut oil can also be added as a thinning agent. Adding a 1/2 teaspoon of coconut oil at a time can help your melts achieve a smooth, thin consistency.
How do you thin candy melts with coconut oil?
Color your Candy Melts with an oil-based food coloring to keep the shine. Add oil-based candy flavorings, available in the cake-decorating aisle at your craft store, if you would like to add a touch of peppermint or fruit flavor while still keeping the melts glossy. Dip or pour your Candy Melts or candy coating.
What can I add to chocolate melts to make it thinner?
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.
What can I do if my candy melts are too thick?
If you don’t have EZ Thin on hand, you can also add a small amount of solid white vegetable shortening, using the same technique of starting with a small amount and adding in more as needed. We don’t suggest using milk, water, cream, butter or half-and-half to thin your melted candy.
How much coconut oil do I add to candy melts?
Thinning Candy Melts using other Oils Adding a 1/2 teaspoon of coconut oil at a time can help your melts achieve a smooth, thin consistency. However, it is important to note coconut oil will add a slight coconut taste.
Can you use olive oil to thin melted chocolate?
Technically, you can use olive oil, but it won’t be the same. Depending on the olive oil, you may notice a slight change in taste, but if it’s a mild olive oil and you only use a dab, you can probably get away with it. You can simply melt your chocolate and use it without any added oils. Hope that helps!
Why are my candy melts not smooth?
Are your Candy Melts too thick for dipping and drizzling? It could be due the temperature, humidity or the overall freshness of the candy itself. Temperature is very important when working with Candy Melts candy. A cold work surface or a cold room will cause the candy to thicken, then set.
What to add to melting chocolate to make it smooth?
Once chocolate is looking almost melted with just a few lumps, don’t microwave it again just stir the chocolate until it is completely smooth. Adding a tablespoon of coconut oil or vegetable oil while microwaving helps the chocolate melt more smoothly and makes it the perfect consistency for dipping!
How do you thin candy melts for dipping?
After melting the candy melts, add a teaspoon full of vegetable shortening in it. Stir it properly with a spatula. Now check if the mixture is thin enough to get your desired coating; if not, add one more teaspoon of shortening and stir like before.