Silky Melted Chocolate & How to Fix Seized Chocolate

Ingredients

• 8 oz Semi‑sweet chocolate (chopped into uniform pieces)
• 1‑3 tsp Boiling water (add a teaspoon at a time if chocolate seizes)

Instructions

1. Set up a double boiler

   Fill a saucepan with 1‑2 inches of water, bring to a gentle simmer (no rolling boil).

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2. Prepare the chocolate

   Place the chopped semi‑sweet chocolate in a dry, heat‑proof glass bowl.

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3. Melt the chocolate

   Set the bowl over the simmering water, stirring gently every 20‑30 seconds until fully melted and glossy.

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   Temperature: 110‑120°C

4. Remove from heat and dry the bowl

   Lift the bowl off the pot, set it on a dry towel, and quickly wipe the underside of the bowl with a paper towel to remove any condensation.

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5. Rescue seized chocolate (if needed)

   If the chocolate looks grainy or has clumped, add 1 teaspoon of boiling water, stir vigorously. Continue adding water teaspoon by teaspoon until the mixture becomes smooth and fluid.

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6. Use or store the melted chocolate

   Use the silky chocolate immediately for coating, mixing into batter, or drizzling. If not using right away, keep the bowl over warm water (no boil) or transfer to an airtight container.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

300

Protein

2 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

3 g