Chocolate Curls
Elevate your desserts with these exquisite homemade Chocolate Curls, a stunning garnish that's as delicious as it is decorative! Made with just two simple ingredients—high-quality chocolate and a touch of unsalted butter—this recipe yields smooth, velvety chocolate that’s easy to shape into delicate curls for an elegant finishing touch. Using a quick melt-and-spread technique, this recipe provides step-by-step guidance to achieve the perfect texture, ensuring your curls are crisp yet pliable. Whether you’re embellishing cakes, cupcakes, or a creamy hot chocolate, these versatile chocolate curls create a show-stopping presentation. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is a must-try for home bakers and dessert enthusiasts looking to elevate their creations with a professional flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams High-quality chocolate (dark, milk, or white)
- 10 grams Unsalted butter
Instructions
Chop the chocolate into small, even pieces for easier melting.
In a heatproof bowl, combine the chocolate and unsalted butter.
Melt the mixture using a double boiler or a microwave. If using a microwave, heat in 15-second intervals, stirring between each interval, to prevent burning.
Once smooth and fully melted, pour the chocolate mixture onto the back of a clean baking sheet or a marble slab.
Spread the chocolate evenly into a thin layer using an offset spatula. Aim for a thickness of about 1-2 millimeters.
Let the chocolate harden slightly at room temperature. It should be firm but not fully set—you want it soft enough to curl without breaking.
Using a sharp knife, a bench scraper, or a metal spatula, scrape along the surface of the chocolate at a 45-degree angle to create curls. Adjust the pressure and angle as needed to achieve the desired curl size.
If the chocolate is too soft and sticks, let it cool for a few more minutes. If it is too hard and breaks, briefly warm the back of the baking sheet by placing it over warm water or heating it with a hairdryer.
Carefully transfer the curls to a plate or baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Store the chocolate curls in the refrigerator to maintain their shape until ready for use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
623 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.1 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.0 g | 125% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 35 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 26 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.5 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.0 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 102 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 377 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
