DIRECTIONS Chop the paraffin into small pieces. Melt the paraffin in the microwave, or on top of a double-boiler. When the paraffin is melted, add the chocolate. Stir all together. If using the microwave, continue heating for 1-minute intervals, using 50% power, until everything is well-blended. Click to see full answer. Likewise, what kind of wax do you use to make candy? Paraffin Wax Subsequently, question is, how much paraffin wax do you put in chocolate? Can melt together in the top of a double boiler over hot water: I use 1/4 bar (1-ounce) paraffin wax per 1 (12-ounce) package of semisweet chocolate chips. I use this also when making Christmas candies. Thereof, can you use paraffin wax for candy? A.: Yes, food-grade paraffin is used for candy making and canning, although not so much for canning any longer. You can typically find it in stores that sell either canning supplies or candy-making supplies. Gulf Wax is a popular brand.What is a substitute for paraffin in candy? Common Cupboard Substitutions Similarly, because almond bark and compound coatings are made up of vegetable oils, vegetable shortening can be used. Substitute a couple of tablespoons of the shortening for every half bar of paraffin called for in a recipe.
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