Chocolate is commonly turned into cake decorations by melting it first and then shaping it according to your preference. However, there are also more practical methods that can help save time when decorating cakes.
One of them is using simple tools to create beautiful chocolate decorations.
A chocolate chipper is a specialized tool used to break or shave large blocks of chocolate. It is particularly useful for large chocolate bars or blocks. A chocolate chipper typically resembles a small, sharp garden rake with a wooden handle.
To use a chocolate chipper, place the tool at the corner of the chocolate. Press downward and outward in one motion to shave off a piece from the corner.
A sharp kitchen knife can also be used, as it is more readily available in most home kitchens than a chocolate chipper.
Choose a sharp knife, then press it firmly and evenly against the chocolate, starting from the corner. Angle the knife slightly outward to create thin, smooth chocolate shavings.
A long serrated knife can also be used to cut chocolate and may make the process easier. Start cutting from the corner of the chocolate. Use a gentle back-and-forth sawing motion until the chocolate has been cut into evenly sized pieces.
Use a chocolate shaver or a regular vegetable peeler, moving it from top to bottom along the contours of the chocolate to achieve the desired length. Arrange the chocolate shavings on top of the cake until the desired area is covered.
