Melt chocolate. Place evenly chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on 50 percent power for 1 minute; stir. Microwave on 50 percent power for 2 to 3 more minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until chocolate is melted and smooth.
How-to Article
Author
Hy-Vee Test Kitchen
Description
Because sometimes the funnest part of baking is decorating. Learn to make these easy chocolate hearts to garnish cakes, cupcakes, cheesecakes, cookies, and more.
Directions
Hyvee Culinary Expert Tip
When melting chocolate, make sure your equipment and utensils are dry—chocolate will seize and clump if it comes in contact with water—even if only a few drops.
Pour chocolate into a small cone made of parchment paper (or a small resealable plastic bag). Cut a tip to make a small hole.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Squeeze the chocolate out in a thin line onto the parchment, making a heart or design. Then freeze for 20 minutes. Once set, use a spatula to gently remove your design.