Why It Works

Tempering chocolate

Pastry Technique

Where It Usually Goes Wrong

Any water in the chocolate — causes seizing. Overheating past 55°C. No thermometer. Working in a warm kitchen above 22°C. Rushing the cooling. Pouring into moulds at wrong temperature.

Common Questions

What are common mistakes when making Tempering chocolate?

Any water in the chocolate — causes seizing. Overheating past 55°C. No thermometer. Working in a warm kitchen above 22°C. Rushing the cooling. Pouring into moulds at wrong temperature.

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