Valrhona dark and milk chocolate chips are available in a 8.82 oz bag. They are perfect for your baked cakes and pastries: cookies, muffins, cakes, pastries, brioches, etc. They are the ally of easy and quick recipes!
Why don't chocolate chips melt?
They do not melt because they have less cocoa butter, more fiber and sugar. Their composition makes them resistant to cooking.
Recipe ideas with chocolate chips : banana bread, bun, cake, cookies, muffins
How to store chocolate chips?
Once the bag is opened, reseal it tightly to preserve it. Just like baking chocolate, chocolate chips should be stored away from heat and humidity. Proper storage prevents the chocolate from turning white. Do not store your crunchy chips and pearls in the refrigerator. The optimal storage temperature is 60.8 to 64.4°F.
Why do chocolate chips sink to the bottom of the cake?
It is common for chocolate chips to fall to the bottom of the cake. This can be quite frustrating when cutting and eating! This is due to the weight of the chips, which slide into the cake batter and end up at the bottom. This can also mean that the batter is too runny! Here are some possible solutions:
Once your preparation is poured into your mold, place everything in the freezer. This will freeze the place of the nuggets. Proceed in several layers: dough, nuggets, dough, etc. Prepare a denser cake batter.
How to make homemade chocolate chips?
Want to make a recipe that requires chocolate chips but don't have any? If you have chocolate, you can make homemade chips. The advantage? They will be made with your favorite chocolate.
Option 1: Blend or crush chocolate
If you have a food processor, you can blend Valrhona chocolate beans or pieces of chocolate bars. Be careful not to blend for too long, otherwise you will end up with powder and not small pieces. It is also possible to crush chocolate. One technique is to place a bar in a clean tea towel and hit it with a rolling pin. You can also simply chop your beans with a knife.
Option 2: Make homemade drops
If you want to get nuggets with a nice drop shape , you will have to go for this option. Melt your chocolate (in a bain-marie or in the microwave). Then use a piping bag to form small drops on a sheet of baking paper. Let everything sit so that the chocolate crystallizes. Here are your homemade nuggets!
A quick and enjoyable method to use your favorite chocolate to enhance your baking is to make your own chocolate chips. Whether you decide to melt and pipe, combine, or crush the chocolate, these homemade chips will give your recipes a unique flair and enhance the flavor of each bite. Experience the freedom to be creative and adaptable that comes with creating your own chocolate chips at home!
