Cacao Noel Pate a Glacer Brune in a 22 lb case of buttons, made in Italy. A non-tempering dark chocolate compound built on coconut and palm kernel fats rather than cocoa butter, giving an easy-to-work coating with the rich color and roasted cocoa character of dark chocolate.
The buttons melt smoothly to a fluid working consistency for dipping, enrobing, molding, and drizzling, with alkalized cocoa adding depth of color and a clean, slightly bittersweet finish. Use it on entremets and petits fours, enrobed pastries and cookies, eclairs and choux, ice cream and gelato novelties, and any application where a stable dark coating is needed without the precision of tempering.
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt slowly to 40–45°C (104–113°F), stirring occasionally, until fully fluid.
- Cool the working coating to 35–40°C (95–104°F) before dipping, enrobing, or molding.
- No tempering required.
For Dipping and Enrobing
- Dip cooled or frozen centers into the working coating, drain excess, and place on parchment or a rack to set.
- For frozen items such as ice cream bars and gelato sticks, work the coating at the upper end of the range so it flows over cold surfaces without seizing.
For Molding and Decoration
- Pour into molds, tap to release air, and chill at 10–15°C (50–59°F) until firm.
- For drizzles and patterns, transfer to a piping bag or paper cone once cooled to working temperature.
Storage
- Store in a sealed container at 15–18°C (59–64°F), dry and away from strong odors.
Ingredients
Vegetable Fats (Palm Kernel RSPO MB, Coconut), Sugar, Cocoa and Cocoa Processed with Alkali, Lactose, Soy Lecithin (an emulsifier), Artificial Flavors