Easy Pip pastilles ready to melt, for red gems, stained glass and pulled sugar.
Squires Kitchen Red Pre-Tempered Isomalt comes in already-tempered pastilles (Easy Pip format): simply melt them in the microwave to get liquid isomalt, ready to pour or work with, with no sugar-cooking step or thermometer required. Once cooled, it produces a translucent, shiny finish, colored throughout with E129 colorant, for red decorations without an additional coloring step.
Features
125 g pack of Easy Pip pastilles, for precise measuring even in small quantities
Already tempered: melts directly in the microwave, no candy thermometer needed
Colored throughout (E129 colorant), translucent and shiny once cooled
More resistant to humidity than regular cooked sugar
Does not stick to your fingers once cooled
About 50% fewer calories than regular sugar
Directions for use
Pour the desired amount into a microwave-safe container
Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval
Handle with protective gloves: melted isomalt reaches a very high temperature
Wait for the bubbling to stop before pouring into a mold or working with the material
To smooth or polish the edges, briefly pass a blowtorch over them
Suitable for red edible gems and jewelry, stained-glass cookies, decorative shards and pulled sugar pieces, for example for Valentine's Day decorations or a red fruit theme.
Technical specifications
Brand
Squires Kitchen (United Kingdom)
Net weight
125 g
Ingredients
Isomalt, E129 colorant
Diet
Vegetarian, vegan, GMO-free, sugar-free
Frequently asked questions
Your questions, our advice
Do you need a candy thermometer to use it?
No. The pastilles are already tempered: simply melt them in the microwave in 30-second intervals, without the usual sugar-cooking step.
Is it suitable for Valentine's Day decorations or a red fruit theme?
Yes, its translucent red color works well for hearts, gems and edible jewelry for these themes, as well as red stained-glass cookies.
How should unused pastilles be stored?
Keep the bag tightly closed and store away from moisture and heat to preserve the pellets' texture before melting.
