Tulip Dark Compound Chocolate 1kg

In this article, we've got all the details about our Dark Compound Chocolate 1kg. We'll walk you through how to use the product, all the delicious things you can make with it, the incredible benefits it offers, and of course, we'll tackle those FAQs.

The Tulip Dark Compound Chocolate 1kg is a chocolate product suitable for foodservice professionals such as chefs, pastry chefs, chocolatiers and even home bakers who are looking to use chocolate in a variety of food applications.

How to Use The Product?

There are two main ways that we recommend melting this product:

- The bain-marie method
1. Chop the required amount of chocolate into small pieces to ensure easier melting.
2. Place the chocolate in the bowl of a bain-marie, making sure the bowl does not touch the simmering water. Gently stir with a spatula until fully melted. The ideal melting temperature is between 45°C - 50°C.
3. Remove the bowl from heat and keep stirring to lower the temperature of the chocolate.
4. Once chocolate has fully melted, check the temperature. The ideal working temperature is between 40°C - 41°C.

 1. If using a microwave, first chop the compound chocolate into small pieces to ensure easier melting. 
2. Place in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 20-30 seconds intervals, while continuing to stir the chocolate in between each interval to ensure even melting of the chocolate.
3. Repeat for 3-4 intervals or until you achieve a smooth, shiny and silky texture. 

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What Can You Make with this Product?

This product is extremely versatile and can be used in all elements of cake, pastry, and chocolate creation. It can be used as part of a cake batter, chocolate ganache, chocolate decoration, and many more chocolate applications in pastry, baking, and confectionery. Additionally, This product is also suitable for chocolate-making applications such as pralines or chocolate bars and even as dipping chocolate for fruits and ice cream.

What Are the Benefits of this Product?

Simply melt and apply to any creation or shave and apply to any cake and pastry products. This product does not require chocolate tempering and due to its ingredient makeup, can withstand higher temperatures than more traditional couverture chocolate products. This product is designed to be easy to use for home bakers and foodservice professionals. 

Where to Buy Our Products Online?

Tulip Chocolate products are available in the following countries:
Indonesia (Jabodetabek)
Indonesia (Outside Jabodetabek)
The Philippines
Hong Kong
Malaysia
Singapore
Myanmar
Taiwan
Vietnam
Thailand
Brunei

FAQ

1. Is the Masterbaker Dark Compound 5kg the same as the Dark Compound 1kg?
Answer: Yes, the product formulation is exactly the same. The only difference between the two is the Masterbaker is a 5kg packaging for customers who require a larger amount of dark compound chocolate at a more economical price.

2. Is the Dark Compound Chocolate 1kg bake-stable?
Answer: No, this product is not bake-stable. For bake stable compound chocolate products please see:
- Choco Chips
- Choco Chunks
- Chocolate Paste/Filling 

3. Is your chocolate gluten-free?
Answer: Yes, all our products are gluten-free

4. Is this product vegan-friendly?
Answer: Yes the dark Compound Chocolate 1kg and the Masterbaker Dark Compound Chocolate 5kg are vegan-friendly.

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