Nostalgia CFF-552 Stainless-Steel Commercial-Quality Chocolate Fondue Fountain Review

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(More customer reviews)This fountain came very well packed. The 4 washable pieces, including the auger, are all stainless steel, and they assemble pretty easily just putting them over the motor base. We tried it last weekend during my son's weeding party, and it not only worked perfectly but it was a complete success. (Mainly the kids loved it). Nice item at a reasonable price!

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Wilton Chocolate Pro Electric Melting Pot Review

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(More customer reviews)Some time ago, I worked as a pastry chef/candy maker using a very expensive chocolate melter/temperer as one of my equipment staples. I have melted and dipped more chocolate than you could shake a candy box at.
I took a chance and picked up one of these locally (Wilton Chocolate Melter Deluxe) with a melting/warm/off switch. There are no exact temperature controls on this model, no recipes, but the instructions are pretty straight forward. The worst enemy of chocolate is water, which they casually mention in the instruction phamphlet. I'd like to pass along that even just a tiny sputter of water will cause beautiful, satiny melted chocolate to seize up with no recovery at all possible. So if you want to dip fresh fruit, it absolutely must be 100% dry or your chocolate will harden in seconds. Don't even chance a strawberry hull (the green part) being the least bit wet because even just the smallest droplet of water is all it takes to ruin a whole batch of chocolate.
I found the Wilton to melt the chocolate quickly with continual gentle and slow stirring like an expensive chocolate temperer does, using a wooden paddle-like spoon and NOT metal. After all was smoothly melted (I use only organic non-GMO chocolate) and the control was switched onto "warm", the temperature was held well. Again, stirring gently and frequently helps maintain even temperatures throughout your chocolate mixture which is important in keeping your dipping temperature consistent. I dipped over 70 pieces with just 8 oz. of chocolate the first time out with great results.
Another suggestion to help keep "bloom" at bay (the white streaks that can appear on dark and milk chocolates that does not effect flavor) is to set your dipped chocolates away from any air movement. No open windows and out of human traffic where people walk by continually. Even a little bit of air movement can turn a whole batch of newly dipped chocolates into a white bloomin' mess. This is caused by rapid temperature change and/or improper tempering. This unit is not a temperer, but gentle handling can still give good results.
I'm looking forward to making lots of chocolates for the holidays and this little melter gets my whole-hearted vote! Chocolate is an experience and worth not giving up on. If you don't have great success the first time out, try smaller batches and you will get the feel for it. This little melter is a boon to the home chocolatier novice.

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Get ready to wow friends and family with delicious gourmet sweet treats--perfect for adding to the festive mood of birthdays, holiday dinner parties, and other fun get-togethers. This electric melting pot makes it easy to go from average to extraordinary. Shaped like a small crock pot with a large open handle, the unit features a removable nonstick melting pot that holds up to 2-1/2 cups at a time. Simply add chocolate or Candy Melts brand confectionery coating and slide the power switch from "off" to "melt" for a creamy consistency in 10 minutes or less--no microwave or double-boiler needed. It also offers "warm" mode to keep contents at the right consistency without overheating. Mold lollipops and dipped-center candies like a pro; serve chocolate-dipped strawberries or elegant soiree-style fondue; create flavored chocolate sauces for drizzling over ice cream or silky ganache glaze to pour over cakes--the creative options are endless. Thoughtfully designed, the melting pot provides a spout for drip-free pouring, an "on" indicator light, a stay-cool base for safety, and non-skid feet that keep the unit steady on the counter. When finished, dispose of any unused chocolate or confectionery coating while it's still melted and fluid, then allow the melting pot to cool completely and wash by hand in warm, soapy water. The base of the unit can be wiped clean and both the melting pot and base should be dried thoroughly before storing. The UL-listed melting pot measures approximately 5-1/2 by 10-1/2 by 8-2/5 inches.

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Nostalgia CFF-965 Mini Chocolate Fondue Fountain with 2-Tier Tower Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought a version of this fountain last year at the after xmas sales for $16. I finally used it twice this month at a couple of parties. It was a tremendous hit! The second time I ran it for about an hour, and then I noticed that it smelled like the motor was beginning to overheat, so I turned it off. So maybe like the other reviewers have complained, it is not going to last very long. But, this fountain is great fun for chocoholics.
Here's how it works: Assemble, level, and preheat the fountain. Get two 12-oz bags of chocolate chips, add 1/4 cup canola oil and microwave it (with occasional stirring) about 3 minutes, until almost hot, in a 4-cup glass measuring cup. A spout is essential to pour it into the fountain. Turn on motor. Voila, joy from your eager audience!
Here are the tips: semi-sweet chocolate was a little too sweet the first time. About half was leftover, so I poured it back into the glass measuring cup and it hardened overnight. Reused it a week later and added a bag of dark chocolate chips. Don't use toothpicks to skewer nibbles, because the chocolate is too heavy and knocks the nibble off the toothpick. Cut the nibbles large enough that people can pick up and dip.
Cleanup is not simple but not too bad. To reduce cleanup, it's a good idea to put a plastic tablecloth around the base (and covering the cord), because chocolate splatters and people drip. The tier disassembles easily and can be soaked and then put in the dishwasher. The base gets pretty messy, I have to use a lot of paper towels to get all the chocolate off of it.
I looked at getting a better one that would last longer, but this mini size is really ideal because you don't need so much chocolate. Frankly, I had 50 people for the 2nd party, and there was ~2 cups of chocolate left over. I poured it into paper cups (to harden and toss) so I could clean the fountain, and people still kept dipping nibbles into the liquid.
Oh, and warn fans not to double dip!

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Add an elegant and stylish touch to special events with this mini chocolate fondue fountain. It's perfect for anything from weddings and birthday parties to fundraisers, barbeques, or baby showers. Designed with a plastic base and a two-tier tower, the unit holds up to 2 pounds of chocolate and is easy to use. Simply pour melted white or dark chocolate into the base and switch on the motor. The auger-style fountain carries chocolate to the top of the tower where it flows down each tier for an exciting presentation. Provide guests with fresh strawberries, marshmallows, pretzels, cookies, and other goodies to dip into the flowing chocolate. The electric countertop appliance uses a standard outlet and dissembles in no time for quick cleanup. The old-fashion chocolate fondue fountain measures 7-1/2 by 7-1/2 by 12-3/4 inches and carries a 90-day warranty.

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Kalorik CHM-16314 Stainless-Steel 2-Tier 2-1/2-Quart Chocolate Fountain Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this for my daughters 18th birthday, she wanted a chocolate fountain and stuff to dip in it instead of birthday cake. I was worried that something may go wrong and I might have difficulty with it, but it went off without a hitch. The instructions were great. The most important thing is to make sure that the fountain is level to get a good chocolate flow, it has leveling legs on it which make it easy. The motor is not quiet, but not loud enough to put people off. The party went well and everyone loved the fountain. I plan on using it again the next event that comes up, though I don't know if it will be for chocolate. The instructions say you can use syrup, caramel, barbecue sauce to dip wings, nacho cheese, and give some recipes for other things that can be used in the fountain. So I think I would love to give one of those a try. I looked at some other brands before buying this one, the super cheap ones had bad reviews and then there were the super expensive. This brand seemed to be in the middle price range and for the height 16in had a good price and good reviews. I am happy with my purchase.

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Add to the festive atmosphere of birthdays, dinner parties, and holiday gatherings with this easy-to-use chocolate fondue fountain. Holding up to 2-1/2 quarts of chocolate, the auger-style fountain features a two-tier tower with a heated stainless-steel base. Just pour melted chocolate into the base and switch on the motor; the chocolate travels up the tower before gently cascading over each tier. Guests will enjoy dipping strawberries, cherries, marshmallows, pretzels, and more into dark semi-sweet, milk, or white chocolate. It can also be used with cheese, butterscotch, and other free-flowing sauces. The countertop appliance provides a temperature-control dial, a detachable stainless-steel upper section, nonslip feet, and an easy-to-disassemble design for quick clean-up. The stainless-steel chocolate fountain measures approximately 9 by 9 by 16 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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