Chocolate Making Guides

Browse the complete collection of practical guides, from first moulded batches to chocolate made from cacao.

What I Would Buy for a First Chocolate Batch
4 October 2026

The equipment list changes with the job. Melting bought chocolate for a few moulded pieces needs a heatproof bowl and an accurate thermometer. Starting with cocoa nibs means…

Which Couverture Makes Sense for a First Batch?
18 October 2026

Choose couverture for the piece you want to make, not just for the cocoa percentage on the bag. A chocolate that tastes right in a filling may be too thick for a thin…

Try a Chocolate Mousse Made With Water
28 October 2026

Water usually gets blamed when melted chocolate turns grainy. In this mousse, a measured amount of water goes in from the start. The mixture is melted until smooth, then…