Casting - Solid Bars & 2D Shapes (Can Incorporate Tempering)

+ What's Covered?

We will go over casting into 2D molds such as bars or other flat 2D molds you may have. This can include items such as chocolate lolli's as well.

This lesson can easily incorporate tempering instruction. If this is the case, be sure to point this out in the reservation form.

+ What Equipment Will I Need?

This is not an exhaustive list, but some main items you will need are:

1-2 wide scrapers: you can get them from the plaster section of your hardware store

Thermometer: Laser thermometers are ideal for chocolate. You can use a probe thermometer, but life will be easier with a laser thermometer. You can buy it online, or even at your local hardware store.

A rubber spatula

5-10 metal soup or teaspoons: Can also use metal dinner knives. This will be used for temper checks.

Molds: You will also need the molds to pour the chocolate in. Ideally hard polycarbonate molds, or clear plastic molds. Silicone will work as well, but they are not ideal as they are difficult to handle and don't produce the same shine as plastic or polycarbonate molds.

Other helpful tools will be:

A ladle or reusable piping bags, dry and wet cloths, room in your fridge to set the chocolate, a fan if your room is too warm (should be around 18-20*C)

+ How Long Should I Book?

If you have never tempered chocolate before, I would suggest 1.5-2 hours to start. If you need more time, we can continue the lesson if time allows and you can pay the extra afterwards.

Also, keep in mind that we can attempt to temper two or even 3 times as well. I usually recommend tempering at least twice, since repetition will help. If you have the stamina to do this, I would suggest 2 hours. If you are a pure beginner, I would suggest at least 2 attempts in one session.

+ Is This Good For Beginners?

Yes