Is modeling chocolate good eating?

Of course it’s edible! And it’s quite delicious! Much more delicious than fondant if you ask me. Modeling chocolate is a great alternative for people who don’t like fondant.

Can you use modeling chocolate in molds?

Simply pinch off pieces of modeling chocolate, knead until workable, then use to sculpt into shapes, press into silicone molds, or roll out and cover cakes.

Does modeling chocolate taste like regular chocolate?

Modeling chocolate, also known as chocolate clay, is a pliable mixture of chocolate and corn syrup. It is very similar to fondant but it tastes like chocolate. Modeling chocolate can be used like fondant to decorate and cover cakes or it can be used as a sculpting material to create forms and shapes.

Will modeling chocolate harden?

It dries harder than fondant, so sculpted pieces made of modeling chocolate will hold their shape really well. It will harden when left at room temperature to dry but will soften once in your mouth.

What is Modeling chocolate?

1 Modeling chocolate, also known as chocolate clay, is a pliable mixture of chocolate and corn syrup. 2 It is very similar to fondant but it tastes like chocolate. 3 Modeling chocolate can be used like fondant to decorate and cover cakes or it can be used as a sculpting material to create forms and shapes.

How do you Paint Modeling chocolate with corn starch?

Tip: To make modeling chocolate easier to paint with liquid or gel colors, dust its surface with corn starch (a.k.a. corn flour). This adds a thin layer of absorbency, making it easier for liquid colors to adhere. Airbrushing onto modeling chocolate may also result in the liquid beading on the surface, but it can still be done.

What do I do if my modeling chocolate is too firm?

If you find that your modeling chocolate is setting too quickly or is too firm, then up your recipe by an ounce until you get the right consistency. You can always re-melt it, add in my syrup and let it set again. No need to throw away your experiments.

Can you paint on Modeling chocolate with food coloring?

Painting onto modeling chocolate with gel or liquid food coloring is feasible but not ideal. The liquids tend to bead on the surface of modeling chocolate. You may have to paint over your design a few times in order to make it crisp. For this reason, liquid food coloring is not ideal for painting on modeling chocolate.