Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Add Glam to Your Confections with Texture


Do you want to add an impressive finishing touch to your chocolate confections? Add dimension to your confections with the use of texture sheets.


Photo credit: Pastry Chef, Inc.

Texture sheets are made from embossed plastics and can be used over and over again. Designs range from checkerboard patterns, to snake skin, to swirls and everything in between. Full sheets can be cut to any size to suit your needs. They can be used in place of traditional cocoa butter transfer sheets, when used in conjunction with magnetic mould frames. Both sides of the texture sheet can be used to create concave or convex impressions.

Although thicker texture sheets can present a challenge with magnetic mould use, they can be used in other ways too. For example, experiment by painting a full texture sheet with tempered chocolate before adding inclusions, like dried fruit and nuts, to create a unique bark. The textured pattern can be showcased on one side, while the other side reveals the inclusions.


Photo credit: Martellato Chocolate

Another method for utilizing texture sheets involves cutting the sheet into small squares to be placed onto pieces as they exit an enrober. This works similarly to cocoa butter transfer sheets, where the texture sheet side coming into contact with the chocolate will transfer the design as it sets up.

Finally utilize your texture sheets by applying a thin layer of chocolate to texture sheet. Once chocolate has set, use a knife or cookie cutters to create shapes to adorn your confections.

See for yourself by experimenting with texture sheets to add interest and dimension to your confections.

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