Chocolate Roses
Transform your dessert table into a work of art with these stunning homemade Chocolate Roses! Crafted from just three simple ingredients—semi-sweet chocolate, light corn syrup, and a sprinkle of powdered sugar—this recipe combines edible elegance with ease. The chocolate is melted and molded into a pliable dough, then shaped petal by petal into lifelike roses, making it the perfect edible decoration for cakes, cupcakes, or a luxurious gift box. With only 45 minutes of prep time and straightforward techniques, you’ll create indulgent chocolate blooms that rival any bakery’s best. Ideal for weddings, anniversaries, or Valentine’s Day, these chocolate roses are both a treat and a centerpiece. Enjoy the art of chocolate sculpting and impress your guests with this show-stopping confection!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Semi-sweet chocolate or candy melts
- 60 milliliters Light corn syrup
- 20 grams Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Directions
Step 1
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate or candy melts in 30-second increments, stirring after each interval, until completely smooth. Alternatively, use a double boiler for melting the chocolate.
Step 2
Once melted, let the chocolate cool slightly for about 2-3 minutes to prevent overheating.
Step 3
Stir in the light corn syrup gradually until the mixture thickens and starts to pull away from the bowl, forming a glossy, pliable dough.
Step 4
Transfer the chocolate dough onto a sheet of plastic wrap. Flatten it into a disc, wrap it tightly, and let it rest at room temperature for at least 2 hours or until firm enough to handle.
Step 5
Once the dough is firm, lightly dust a clean work surface with powdered sugar to prevent sticking. Knead the dough until smooth and pliable, warming it slightly with your hands if it feels too stiff.
Step 6
Pinch off a small piece of the dough (about the size of a marble) and roll it into a ball. Flatten the ball into a thin, oval-shaped petal using your fingers.
Step 7
Create the center of the rose by rolling a petal into a tight spiral. Add additional petals one at a time, slightly overlapping them and gently pressing the base to secure. Shape and curl the edges of the petals as desired to mimic real rose petals.
Step 8
Continue adding petals until you are satisfied with the size and shape of your rose. Trim the base of the rose with a sharp knife if necessary to create a flat bottom.
Step 9
Repeat steps 6-8 with the remaining dough to create more roses.
Step 10
Allow the roses to firm up at room temperature for at least 1 hour before using them as decorations or gifts.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (280.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1323.5 |
| Total Fat 64.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.7g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 44.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 186.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 165.0g | |
| Protein 7.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 71.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 821.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories