Are candy melts and candy wafers the same?
Are candy melts and candy wafers the same?
Candy Melts®, candy wafers, chocolate coating, almond bark—they’re all products made for dipping, molding, and coating without needing to temper chocolate. I’ll call them candy wafers here, but if you see them sold under another name, don’t be alarmed. They’ll all work just the same.
What is a molding wafer?
molding wafers are a favourite of home candymakers. these molding wafers are specially formulated using cocoa powder and vegetable oil instead of chocolate liquor and cocoa butter, which allows them to melt easily and to be used without tempering or adding other ingredients.
Are merckens wafers gluten free?
Merckens: There is nothing specified Merckens is gluten free. It comes down to reading the individual label. As far as processing goes, Merckens does provide processing information on their website. They also have information on health and nutrition.
How long do merckens chocolate wafers last?
2-3 months
Our Merckens Confectionery Candy Coatings are good for 2-3 months from the time they are purchased from us. They have a shorter shelf life than craft store chocolate because they contain quality ingredients and fewer preservatives. What is the difference between a confectionery coating, candy melt, and real chocolate?
What’s the difference between almond bark and melting wafers?
Almond Bark is usually in a wafer form, whereas candy melts tend to be melted candy. Candy melts are available in different colors, while Almond Bark comes as a white or brown confection. Although they both have vanilla flavoring, Almond Bark is richer in taste.
How long do candy melt decorations last?
Though they will last a while if stored properly, Candy Melts are best used within 18 months of the date they were made. Each package contains a stamped series of numbers and letters to help mark the date they were packaged. We use a Julian Date calendar and go off the first five digits of this code.
What are chocolate coating wafers?
Confectionery coating, also known as candy wafers or compound coating is an easy-to-use substitute for real chocolate. Confectionery coating uses a vegetable fat to replace the cocoa butter that is found in genuine chocolate.
Is Melting chocolate gluten free?
Guittard chocolate is my favorite, and is gluten-free. You can use the chips for molding, as long as you do the tempering. Ghirardelli and Nestle are also gluten-free.
Who owns merckens chocolate?
Cargill
Cargill is industry-leading cocoa and chocolate manufacturer focused cocoa security, sustainability, and innovation. They manufacture several brands of high-quality chocolate such as Peter’s, Merckens, and Wilbur.
How do you store merckens chocolate wafers?
What’s the best way to store Merckens Buttons?
- Always store chocolate in a dry, dark place at a temperature of 53.6°F to 60.8°F. So, never in the refrigerator.
- Never store chocolate alongside strong-smelling foodstuffs: onions, garlic, or even detergent.
- The best temperature to consume chocolate is at 64.4°F to 69.8°F.
