How to Color Chocolate
Coloring Chocolate can be tricky so it’s important to apply the proper techniques in order to achieve the best results.
Choose the correct type of color: There are many color options on the market. Be sure to choose colors that are designed specifically for chocolate. You can opt for oil-based candy colors or powder food colors. Avoid any water-based colors.
Melt the chocolate properly: Before you begin coloring, it’s important to make sure your chocolate is fully melted. This will ensure your color is fully blended.
Ways to Color
- Oil-based powder color: Powder color is one way to color chocolate. Make sure to choose only food-grade powder color that is specifically designed for chocolate.
Popular powder color options
- Oil-based Liquid color: Liquid color or “candy colors” is the most popular way to color chocolate. Quickly achieve bold and bright colors with oil-based candy colors.
Popular oil-based color options
Cocoa Butter: An alternative to coloring chocolate when creating molded chocolates is creating an outer shell using cocoa butter. Cocoa butter comes pre-colored or plain and can be colored with oil-based coloring. It must be tempered before use to ensure a glossy finish.
Popular cocoa butters
Coloring chocolate can be a fun and creative way to add a wow factor to your desserts. Whether you are making chocolate bonbons, bars, or chocolate-covered treats, a pop of color will make them stand out. So go ahead, unleash your inner artist, and start coloring your chocolate!