Seized chocolate can be frustrating, but with a few simple steps, you can often turn it around. Learn how to rescue and repurpose clumpy chocolate into tasty treats without wasting a batch
Instructions
Prevent Moisture: Keep water or steam away from chocolate. Even a tiny drop can cause sugar to clump and chocolate to seize.
Avoid Overheating: Melt chocolate gently. If it gets too hot, it can cook instead of melt, leading to scorching and seizing.
Assess the Damage: Once chocolate seizes, it usually can’t be returned to a smooth state for molding or dipping.
Try Loosening: If the chocolate isn’t burnt, stir in a small amount of vegetable oil or cocoa butter to make it workable.
Repurpose: Mix in nuts, pretzels, or crushed cookies, then spoon onto parchment paper in small mounds. Let the mounds harden, turning a mishap into a delicious, rustic treat.
