Wilton Candy Melts
Candy Melts® Wilton Yellow 125g
Wilton yellow discs for sunny cake pops and American spring drip cakes.
The Candy Melts® Wilton 125g Yellow are the reference American melting discs for yellow cake pops, lemon drip cakes, and signature Easter creations.
Wilton is the inventor brand of Candy Melts: stable composition and recognized quality in international cake design.
Signature shade
Yellow 125g
Dominant pigment: tartrazine (E102) + natural vanilla flavor
Candy Melts® Wilton vanilla-flavored melting discs: melt quickly in the microwave for cake pops, drip cakes, and dipping. American brand, a reference in cake design.
Calculate your number of packs
Required quantity100 g
Packs needed (250g)1 pack
Safety margin included+20 %
Tip: Melt the discs in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each to avoid overheating.
Indicative coverage per project
| Project | Quantity per unit | With 1 pack 250g |
|---|---|---|
| Cake pops coating | ~8 g | about 12 to 15 cake pops |
| 18-20 cm drip cake | ~80-100 g | 1 decorated cake |
| 25-28 cm drip cake | ~130-150 g | 1 decorated cake |
| Shortbread biscuit coating | ~10 g | about 10 to 12 biscuits |
| Dipping strawberries/fruits | ~5 g | about 20 to 25 fruits |
| Full cake pop coating | ~15 g | about 8 cake pops |
Indicative quantities with 20% safety margin included. Use the calculator to customize.
Discover the Candy Melts Wilton range
10 Candy Melts® Wilton references in the catalog. Click on a dot to access the sheet.
Signature creative ideas
- Easter cake pops: Yellow coating on cake pop with chick decoration drawn in ice cream cone.
- Lemon drip cake: Wilton yellow drips on lemon cake with candied peels.
- Sunny cake pops: Yellow coating for children's summer birthday.
- Minions cake pops: Yellow coating with glasses drawn in ice cream cone.
- Pineapple molded decoration: Yellow cake pops with pineapple leaves made of green sugar paste.
Features
| Content | 125 g (resealable bag) |
| Brand | Wilton (USA), inventor of Candy Melts |
| Ingredients | Sugar + vegetable fat + milk powder + colorants |
| Dominant pigment | Tartrazine (E102) + natural vanilla flavor |
| Usage | Coating for cake pops, drip cake, dipping biscuits/fruits |
| Cast iron | Microwave (30 sec at medium power) or gentle bain-marie |
| Gluten-free | Yes |
| Allergens | Contains: milk, soy. May contain traces of: hazelnut, almond. |
Instructions for use
- Pour contents into a clean, dry microwave-safe bowl.
- Melt in the microwave in 30-second intervals at medium power, stirring between each interval.
- If Déco Melts are too thick, add 1/2 teaspoon of neutral vegetable oil to thin.
- For coating cake pops: dip all at once while rotating for an even layer, tap to remove excess.
- For drip cake: wait 2-3 minutes to cool, pour in a thin stream over the cake edges.
- Let crystallize 15-20 minutes at room temperature for complete setting.
- Keep unused Déco Melts in the resealable bag for future use.
Storage
| Before opening | Cool room temperature (15-20 °C), away from light |
| After opening | Hermetically resealed bag: 6 to 12 months |
| To avoid | Heat above 28 °C, humidity, freezing |
| Decorated cake | Store 2 to 3 days at room temperature, away from humidity |
| Melted leftovers | Pour into a silicone mold, let crystallize, store in an airtight bag for 1 month |
Note: Wilton Candy Melts are more fluid than other brands after melting: pour quickly for drip cake before thickening.
Frequently asked questions
How many cake pops can I coat with 1 pack?
One 250g pack covers about 25 to 30 classic cake pops (8g of Déco Melts per cake pop). For 18-20 cm drip cake, plan 80-100g per cake.
How to thin Déco Melts that are too thick?
Add 1/2 teaspoon of neutral vegetable oil per 250g (sunflower or grape seed oil). Never add water, the mixture would harden immediately.
Difference between Wilton Candy Melts and Déco Melts Fun Cakes?
Wilton Candy Melts are the original American reference, inventor of this product category. Déco Melts Fun Cakes are the European equivalent, with a similar composition. Wilton offers 125g bags, Fun Cakes 250g bags.
Can white Déco Melts be colored?
Yes, but only with oil-soluble food coloring. Water-soluble gel colorings instantly harden Déco Melts. Prefer the pre-colored version to save time.
Yellow tip?
Wilton Candy Melts are more fluid than other brands after melting: pour quickly for drip cake before thickening.
To go further
Complete your Wilton palette with Candy Melts Bright White, Candy Melts Red, Candy Melts Orange, or browse the Patissland Candy Melts collection.
Shipping and Delivery
Processing and Delivery Times
- Order Preparation: 0 to 2 working days
- France, Belgium, Germany: 1 to 2 working days
- Europe: 2 to 5 working days
- Click & Collect Osny: 24-48h
Shipping Fees
- FR, BE, DE: based on weight
- Europe: based on country and weight
- Click & Collect Osny: Free
Exact fees are calculated at checkout.
