What is chocolate: Definition and 200 Discussions

The last couple days I have had a craving for chocolate. Could not really pinpoint what type or even what form. I knew that the Symphony Brownies did not really tackle the situation-I made them for a get together on Sunday. While yummy, not quite what I was looking for. While looking thru Simply...

I was in Wegman's and saw a jar of Chocolate Raspberry Sauce that was the same size as ours. It was $3.99! So, I thought to myself, "Well, ours is so expensive because it is made with all-natural ingredients!". But then, I read the label on the Wegman's brand and it only had like 5 ingredients...

so my first cooking show - my host would like something that is both chocolate and fruit (she's supplying wine for everyone to drink...) so we're doing a decadent dessert type of party. the ONLY two stoneware pieces I have right now are the DCB and the large bar pan (which is pretty "savory"...

these tips were in our newspapper the other day-it was talking about chocolate turning white which is called bloom and its when the temperature is too hot and caused by the cocoa butter rising to the surface. Bloom doesn't mean you can't use the chocolate. It will disappear when you melt it in...

I just made this recipe for a dish-to-pass tonight. I used the EAD for the Cool Whip (using the med. scoop to fill), which of course, works great. I found 1/3 cup of Kahlua was way too much, I measured 1/4 cup and thought I could add more, but it sure wasn't necessary--there was enough left...

My bride wants to make a chocolate trifle for her bridal shower. Any good chocolate recipes you'd recommend that would show alot of product? This will be the only recipe we are demoing and i don't want it to be too quick...

I am making a Trifle for a baby shower on Saturday and need to know which one is good to make? I would like one with choc in it...

I want to make a chocolate cake in the torte pans and use fresh strawberries for the filling, but I don't want just the strawberries, any ideas on how to do this? Couldn't find anything in the files section. TIA! Paula

I need a printable copy of the Fruit-Topped triple chocolate pizza! I had it, and I am not sure what happened to it. I can not find it on my computer anywhere! Does someone please have it??

I have a May show on a Thursday evening. I'll be going from work, with maybe a few minutes to stop by the house on the way to pick up anything I need. The show starts at 7pm, and I would REALLY like to get out in no more than 2 hours, since everyone, including me, will have to get up early the...

I'm doing a couple's bridal shower and we are going to blindfold the bride and groom and have them put two different recipes together. One is going to be Chocolate Chip Sensation, I don't know what other recipe to make. I need something simple and that doesn't involve a ton of products.

Just got off the phone with my host for Friday and she wants to do a chocolate trifle because her guests are chocoholics. I mentioned the chocolate peanut butter cup trifle because it was a hit at my last show but sadly, my host is allergic to nuts!! any other chocolate faves??? PS, I'm...

I found a recipe on here for Chocolate cake done in the microwave with the DCB. I have had issues with this recipe and not sure what I am doing wrong. The cake is supposed to be like a molten cake. You add the frosting to the top of the cake before you bake it. When the cake is done...

I have been wanting to make this recipe since I got the cookbook. However, I was having a hard time finding smallish truffles. Let alone truffles that cost $$$$$$. I know I could make my own truffles (which is fun to do) but I was trying to find an alternative I could suggest to customers. I...

Got my Starbuck's $5 card and treated myself to a Dark Chocolate Cherry Mocha - Thanks Pampered Chef!!

I have a new Chocolate Microsuede Jacket from Merrill- size is XL. It was only worn to try it on, and then put back in the plastic bag. (It was too big for me.) I got it when they had their big sale- so I'm only asking what I paid for it -$10 plus $4 shipping. I prefer Paypal, but...

Has anyone made these? I have a host at the end of the month that wants to do a dessert show and this is one she is requesting. I don't have the medium bar pan or the bakers roller. Do you know if I can use my large bar pan? Any substitutions for the bakers roller?? Thanks!!

Has anyone typed out this recipe yet? Is it just me or do you really need to double the ingredients for the peanut butter layer?

I am making the ganache for a recipe. Can I use the microcooker?

I made this for my family for Valentines Day! It's soooooooooo YUMMY!!!! White Chocolate Cheesecake Crust 6 Tbs butter, softened 1/4 c. sugar 1 egg yolk 1 1/4 c. flour 1/8 tsp salt Heat oven to 350*. Grease 9" springform pan. Beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add egg yolk. Beat...

Anyone have a pink or chocolate martini recipe? I have a host who is doing a "chocolate theme this weekend and need a recipe. She didn't love the one in this SB.

Anyone know of any pampered chef chocolate recipes where Splenda could be substituted and it still turn out delicious? I have a customer who is diabetic and wants to do something chocolaty for valentines day and was looking for some ideas from me. I never tried any of our recipes with Splenda...

I have a show coming up in February right before Valentine's Day. The hostess is interested in doing a "chocolate" show. I'm in my first trimester and have not being feeling well. I need something that will be easy but still WOW everyone. I've thought of the Tuxedo Brownies. Any other...

Got this recipe off of a local news website. Sounds yummy and going to try it with my kids: 1 box Pillsbury Moist Supreme Devils Food Cake mix 1 can real pumpkin 2 egg whites 3/4 cup water 3/4 cup chocolate chips (I used semi-sweet) Mix all together and pour into muffin cups. bake...

Hi all! By entering this contest, I received a coupon for a free 1/2 gallon of chocolate milk with the purchase of two gallons of regular milk. Hopefully some of you can take advantage of it also. http://promotions.whymilk.com/ggg/

I am going to attempt the Gooey Choc Mini Cakes. Can I use 3 Musketeers? What would I use for the whipped peanut butter nougat filled candy bars? I know PC needs to be generic, but it can get confusing :balloon: TIA and happy holidays

I have a host who wants a "Chocolate & Margarita" party January 2nd. I'm not sure the 2 flavors work, but I'd like some recommendations. I plan on making the "Slap Your Mama" Margaritas already; she's excited about that one! But which chocolate recipe do you recommend? I'm thinking a torte or a...

I'm making this tonight for the first time and need to know if I can just use nonstick cooking spray or if I must go and try to find nonstick cooking spray with flour like it mentions. Would the regular spray work out okay? I've never used my torte pans so I have no idea. Also, what's the...

I know there is a really easy truffle recipe. Could be cool whip and chocolate chops. Wondering if anyone has the recipe. TIA!

For Thanksgiving I offered to make an apple pie but also some other type of non-pie dessert. I was thinking of making a Trifle of some kind, but my mom said she's tight on fridge space and would rather I not bring a trifle. So, what do you think would be a great dessert to bring that's really...