Pumpkin Pie Croquettes
7 ounces Almond paste, cut into small pieces 1 ounce Maple syrup 6 ounces Pumpkin puree* 3 teaspoons Pumpkin Pie spice 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract ¼ teaspoon Salt 8 ounces White confectionery coating, melted to 110-120⁰F 2 ounces Almond Butter also Additional white confectionery coating (for coating) also Finely chopped nuts (for rolling) *Pumpkin puree […]
Maple Donut Bites
8 ounces Vanilla wafer cookies 7 ounces Dates, pitted, sliced in half 2 ounces Maple Syrup 7 ounces Almond paste, cut into small pieces 4 ounces White confectionery coating, melted 2 teaspoons Maple flavor additional White confectionery coating (for dipping) Also Assorted decorations/sprinkles TIPS-have a ¼ inch diameter (or less) tool available to poke the […]
Chocolate & Compound Viscosity & How to Thin Them
I am frequently asked “why is my chocolate so thick?” and “how do I thin it out?” These are great questions with answers that can be a bit complicated. So, let’s dive into the topics of viscosity, and thinning out your compound or chocolate. Viscosity Viscosity tells you how thick or thin the melted chocolate […]
LorAnn Flavors Appropriate for use in Chocolate
Considering a LorAnn Super-Strength Flavor? These products can be used in a wide variety of applications. Questions of water solubility and compatibility with chocolate are common. This guide will help you select the right product.
Easter Bunny Cookie Cutter Flip
You can use the same cookie cutter to decorate both of these adorable bunnies! Follow along as we show you how to “flip” from the traditional grey bunny to the super cute white bunny. Start by getting an idea of how big you want your feet to be. I printed a sheet of “kidneys” to […]
Anise Oil: Did You Know?
Anise has a crystallization point of 59 degrees Fahrenheit (15 degrees Celsius). That’s shorts weather here in Michigan, but cold enough to crystalize full bottles of anise oil. Not to worry, simply run warm water over your bottles, or place them on a warm surface. It will take a bit of time, but the crystals […]