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CHOCOLATE PLASTIC

This recipe is 'by far' one of the best kept secrets in

cake decorating because it's unbelievably easy to

work with and yields professional results.

Try it and see!

Ingredients:

1 pound semisweet chocolate, chopped

3/4 cup light corn syrup

cocoa powder

Method:

1. Melt chocolate in a large metal bowl over a pan of simmering water. Stir

occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat, and stir in the corn syrup. The

mixture will become sticky, but keep stirring until very well blended.

2. Spoon onto a piece of plastic wrap, and wrap tightly. Let stand at room

temperature until firm before using. Overnight is best. Use unsweetened cocoa

powder on work surfaces to prevent sticking.

Servings Per Recipe: 16

NUTRITION

Amount per serving:

Calories: 183

Total fat: 9g

Cholesterol: 0g

Sodium: 19mg

Total Carbs: 27.8g

Dietary fiber: 2g

Protein: 2g

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