Pre-Made Modeling Chocolate vs. Making Modeling Chocolate

Modeling Chocolate: a great modeling/sculpting medium used for creating figures and animals. To make modeling chocolate is relatively easy - warm 1/3 C of corn syrup with 16 oz. of confectionery coating wafers, mix and knead well, form into a log shape and wrap in plastic to "cure" for a couple of hours. No problem right? Right. If you encounter problems with your modeling chocolate being too hard, simply put it in the microwave at 30 seconds at a time to soften. If you need to, you can add a small amount of corn syrup to help soften. Too soft? Add additional melted confectionery coating.

Modeling chocolate that is pre-made and sold in small tubs is mighty convenient. You do not have to worry if you have achieved the right consistency. It is not as messy as the modeling substance you make. Personally, I prefer pre-made. However, if you have the time and patience, making your own is quite rewarding. You can color with oil-based colors or powder color. I prefer oil-base colors as they blend well. You can even add oil-based flavoring to vanilla flavored confectionery coating! You can use modeling chocolate to roll out and cover your cake! It is quite yummy compared to fondant, however Summer months may pose a problem. Chocolate melts! So keep all of this in mind when choosing a medium. I hope this little review has been helpful. Questions? Shoot me a questions in the comment box...I am happy to answer! Happy modeling!  Ro