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How to Make Chocolate Curls for Cake

Learn how to make chocolate curls for cakes with this easy guide. These simple chocolate curls add a beautiful, elegant touch to any dessert.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword chocolate curls for cake, chocolate shavings, how to make chocolate curls, how to make chocolate curls for cake
Prep Time 5 minutes
chill time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 49kcal
Author Katie Cooksey

Ingredients

  • 3.5 oz chocolate bar or chips I used Ghirardelli 72% Cacao, but use any good chocolate you would like

Instructions

  • If using a chocolate bar, chop the chocolate into large chunks using a knife.
    A glass bowl containing several chunks of dark chocolate and delicate chocolate curls for cake, placed on a light surface near a folded blue cloth.
  • Place chocolate pieces (or chocolate chips if using those) in a microwave safe bowl and microwave in 20 second intervals, stirring in between until melted.
    A hand using a blue spatula to stir melted chocolate in a glass bowl on a marble countertop, preparing the smooth base for delicate chocolate curls for cake.
  • Using an offset knife, spread chocolate evenly onto the back of a clean cookie sheet (about 1/8" thick).
    A person effortlessly spreading melted chocolate on a smooth surface with a scraper, preparing to create delicate chocolate curls for cake decorations.
  • Place in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes. Remove from refrigerator. The chocolate should firm up but not become rock solid. You want it to be pliable enough to curl, but not so soft that it just melts when you try to handle it.
    A rectangular baking tray on a white marble surface showcases a layer of glossy, melted dark chocolate adorned with delicate chocolate curls for cake.
  • Using a metal spatula or bench scraper, scrape the chocolate from one end to the other to create a "curl".
    A hand expertly uses a knife to create delicate chocolate curls from a large block on a metal surface, perfect for adorning cakes.
  • Use as desired.
    A pile of chocolate curls for cake rests gracefully on a white cutting board.

Notes

*nutrition facts depend on what type of chocolate bar you use

Nutrition

Calories: 49kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 0.2mg | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 59mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg
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