{"product_id":"moule-a-chocolat-winter-ball","title":"Chocolate Mold - Winter Ball","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"pl8\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-content\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- MODULE : en-tête --\u003e\u003cheader class=\"pl8-header\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-hero-layout pl8-hero-layout-solo\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-hero-copy\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pl8-brand\"\u003eSilikomart Chocolate Mold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"pl8-title pl8-title-long\"\u003eChocolate mold - WINTER BALL\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pl8-lead\"\u003eMake your Christmas ball chocolates with this silicone mold by Silikomart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003c!-- MODULE : contenu produit --\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pl8-text\"\u003eThis Silikomart chocolate mold is designed to make 8 Christmas ball-shaped chocolates. The flexible food-grade silicone allows effortless unmolding with no risk of breakage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pl8-text\"\u003eTotal capacity: 120 mL. Cavity dimensions: 4 cm × 4 cm. Oven, refrigerator, and freezer safe (temperature range: -60 °C to 230 °C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- MODULE : contenu produit --\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"pl8-heading\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"pl8-facts pl8-facts-three\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-fact\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"pl8-fact-label\"\u003eCavities\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"pl8-fact-value\"\u003e8\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"pl8-fact-desc\"\u003e15 mL per cavity\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-fact\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"pl8-fact-label\"\u003eTotal capacity\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"pl8-fact-value\"\u003e120 mL\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"pl8-fact-desc\"\u003eThat’s 156 g of chocolate\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-fact\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"pl8-fact-label\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"pl8-fact-value\"\u003eSilicone\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"pl8-fact-desc\"\u003eEasy to unmold\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- MODULE : contenu produit --\u003e\u003csection class=\"pl8-section pl8-recipe\"\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"pl8-heading\"\u003eQuantity guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pl8-text pl8-small\"\u003eIllustrative example based on the parameters below. Adjust the amount to suit your project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-table-wrap\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"pl8-table pl8-table-technical\"\u003e\u003ctbody class=\"pl8-tbody\"\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" class=\"pl8-th\"\u003eType of chocolate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003eDark chocolate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" class=\"pl8-th\"\u003eNumber of pieces\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003e8 (1 full mold)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" class=\"pl8-th\"\u003eRequired volume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003e120 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" class=\"pl8-th\"\u003eAmount of melted chocolate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003e158 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" class=\"pl8-th\"\u003eAmount to buy (15% tempering allowance)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003e180 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pl8-text pl8-small\"\u003eTip: Tempering naturally wastes 10-15% of the chocolate (residue in the mixing bowl and on the spatula). Always allow a little more than the exact amount needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- MODULE : contenu produit --\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"pl8-heading\"\u003e\nRequired skill level and preparation time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-card-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-muted\"\u003eLevel\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"pl8-subheading\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pl8-small\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Advanced\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small\"\u003eTechnical unmolding (joining 2 half-shells) or precise details\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-muted\"\u003eActive time\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"pl8-subheading\"\u003e50 min\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small\"\u003eTempering + molding + scraping\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-muted\"\u003eCrystallization\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"pl8-subheading\"\u003e3 h\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small\"\u003eAt room temperature, away from moisture\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- MODULE : contenu produit --\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"pl8-heading\"\u003e\nChocolate recommended for this mold\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pl8-text\"\u003eOur selection of couverture chocolate for signature filled spheres, perfectly suited to precision molding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-card-grid\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"pl8-related-card\" href=\"\/en\/products\/feves-chocolat-caraibe-patissier-66-250g\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-media-wrap\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/6167\/4596\/files\/feves-chocolat-caraibe-66percent-valrhona-1.png?v=1772135232\" alt=\"Caraïbe 66% 250g\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pl8-media-img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-muted\"\u003eRecommended chocolate\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"pl8-subheading\"\u003eCaraïbe 66% 250 g\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small\"\u003e12.99 €\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-block\"\u003e→\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- MODULE : contenu produit --\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"pl8-heading\"\u003e\nQuick tempering - the 3 curves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pl8-text\"\u003eTempering crystallizes the cocoa butter into a stable form. Without tempering, chocolate turns whitish, loses its shine, and does not unmold properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv tabindex=\"0\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Product table\" class=\"pl8-table-wrap\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"pl8-table pl8-table-technical pl8-table-wide\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"pl8-thead\"\u003e\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pl8-th\"\u003eChocolate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pl8-th\"\u003e1. Melting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pl8-th\"\u003e2. Cooling\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pl8-th\"\u003e3. Reheat (working temperature)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody class=\"pl8-tbody\"\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pl8-th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eDark 60-72%\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003e50-55 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003e28-29 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003e31-32 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pl8-th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eMilk 30-40%\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003e45-50 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003e27-28 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003e29-30 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pl8-th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eWhite \/ Inspiration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003e40-45 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003e26-27 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003e28-29 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003caside class=\"pl8-note pl8-section\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pl8-note-icon\"\u003ei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-note-copy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"pl8-subheading\"\u003ePlease note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-block\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"pl8-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"pl8-emphasis\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e To make things easier, use the “Mycryo” method (Valrhona cocoa butter powder): melt to 40-45 °C, add 1% Mycryo at 34-35 °C, and mix. Quick tempering without a complex temperature curve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- MODULE : contenu produit --\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"pl8-heading\"\u003e\nSignature recipes for this mold\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pl8-text\"\u003eTwo creative ideas by Patissland, designed for this filled-sphere mold. Ingredients selected from our Valrhona range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-section pl8-recipe\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-block\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"pl8-subheading\"\u003eSurprise Christmas Balls\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pl8-tag\"\u003eSignature\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pl8-text\"\u003eCaraïbe 66% shell, filled with small Dulcey chocolates and crunchy pearls. A sphere to crack open and reveal the contents, like homemade Kinder®.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-card-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-text\"\u003eKey ingredients for this recipe\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"pl8-related-card\" href=\"\/en\/products\/feves-chocolat-caraibe-patissier-66-250g\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-media-wrap\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/6167\/4596\/files\/feves-chocolat-caraibe-66percent-valrhona-1.png?v=1772135232\" alt=\"Caraïbe 66% 250g\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pl8-media-img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"pl8-subheading\"\u003eCaraïbe 66% 250 g\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small\"\u003e12.99 €\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"pl8-related-card\" href=\"\/en\/products\/dulcey-valrhona\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-media-wrap\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/6167\/4596\/files\/feves-chocolat-dulcey-35percent-valrhona-1.png?v=1772136959\" alt=\"Dulcey 35% Blond 250g\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pl8-media-img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"pl8-subheading\"\u003eDulcey 35% Blond 250 g\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small\"\u003e12.99 €\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-section pl8-recipe\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-block\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"pl8-subheading\"\u003eShow Dessert Sphere\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pl8-tag\"\u003eIndulgent variation\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pl8-text\"\u003eIvoire 35% sphere served on a dessert plate, to be melted with hot chocolate poured tableside. A wow effect for restaurant service or receptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-card-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-text\"\u003eKey ingredients for this recipe\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"pl8-related-card\" href=\"\/en\/products\/feves-ivoire-chocolat-blanc-patissier-35-250g\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-media-wrap\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/6167\/4596\/files\/feves-ivoire-chocolat-blanc-35percent-valrhona-1.png?v=1772135171\" alt=\"Ivoire 35% 250g\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pl8-media-img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"pl8-subheading\"\u003eIvoire 35% 250 g\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small\"\u003e12.99 €\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"pl8-related-card\" href=\"\/en\/products\/feves-chocolat-caraibe-patissier-66-250g\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-media-wrap\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/6167\/4596\/files\/feves-chocolat-caraibe-66percent-valrhona-1.png?v=1772135232\" alt=\"Caraïbe 66% 250g\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pl8-media-img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"pl8-subheading\"\u003eCaraïbe 66% 250 g\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small\"\u003e12.99 €\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- MODULE : contenu produit --\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"pl8-heading\"\u003e\nMake your mold last 10 years\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pl8-text\"\u003eA Silikomart mold is a long-lasting investment. Here’s how to preserve its qualities over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-card-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-block\"\u003eFirst use\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small\"\u003eWash in warm soapy water and dry. No need to grease: Silikomart silicone is naturally non-stick.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-block\"\u003eRoutine washing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small\"\u003eWarm water and mild soap, or dishwasher (top rack). Avoid abrasive sponges, which can damage the silicone.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-block\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small\"\u003eStore flat or rolled without tight creases, away from direct heat and dust. Ideally, keep it in a closed box.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-block\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-small\"\u003e10 years or more with proper care. Signs of wear: ingrained greasy stains, loss of elasticity, permanent deformation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- MODULE : contenu produit --\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"pl8-heading\"\u003eComplete technical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv tabindex=\"0\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Product table\" class=\"pl8-table-wrap\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"pl8-table pl8-table-technical\"\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pl8-th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003eSilikomart (Italy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pl8-th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eShape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003eChristmas ball\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pl8-th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eNumber of cavities\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pl8-th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eCapacity per cavity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003e15 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pl8-th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eTotal capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003e120 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pl8-th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eCavity dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003e4 cm × 4 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pl8-th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003eFood-grade silicone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pl8-th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003e-60 °C to 230 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pl8-th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eCompatible\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003eOven, refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pl8-tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pl8-th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eBPA-free\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pl8-td\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- MODULE : contenu produit --\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"pl8-heading\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pl8-section pl8-rule\"\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"pl8-heading\"\u003eYour questions, our tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl8-question\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"pl8-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pl8-summary-text\"\u003eHow many chocolates can I make at once?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pl8-text\"\u003eThis mold has 8 cavities of approximately 15 mL each. One molding therefore makes 8 chocolates. For professional batch production, it is common to use 3-5 identical molds at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"pl8-question\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"pl8-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pl8-summary-text\"\u003eDo I need to grease the silicone mold before use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pl8-text\"\u003eNo. Silikomart silicone is naturally non-stick. Tempering your chocolate correctly is enough for perfect release. Greasing the mold would leave greasy marks on the chocolate's surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"pl8-question\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"pl8-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pl8-summary-text\"\u003eWhy does my chocolate bloom after crystallization?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pl8-text\"\u003eBlooming indicates unsuccessful tempering: either the chocolate was melted too hot (\u0026gt;55 °C), or it was not cooled enough. The taste is unaffected, but the shine and snap are lost. Remelting and retempering will fix the problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"pl8-question\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"pl8-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pl8-summary-text\"\u003eCan I use Candy Melts or Deco Melts instead of chocolate?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pl8-text\"\u003eYes, absolutely. Candy Melts (Wilton, FunCakes, PME Cake) are designed to melt without tempering and are an excellent alternative for beginners or children. The result will be slightly less shiny than with tempered chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"pl8-question\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"pl8-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pl8-summary-text\"\u003eHow do I get a mirror finish on chocolates?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pl8-text\"\u003eThree keys: (1) precise tempering at the temperatures in the table above, (2) a perfectly clean and dry mold, (3) crystallization at a stable room temperature (18-20 °C), not in the refrigerator (condensation causes spots).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- MODULE : contenu produit --\u003e\u003caside class=\"pl8-note pl8-section\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pl8-note-icon\"\u003ei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-note-copy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"pl8-subheading\"\u003ePlease note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-block\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"pl8-text\"\u003e For perfect release on the first try, keep your mold flat at room temperature before use. A mold that is too cold (straight from a cool cupboard) causes thermal shock when it comes into contact with tempered chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\u003c!-- MODULE : contenu produit --\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"pl8-heading\"\u003eIn the Silikomart chocolate mold range\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pl8-text\"\u003eThis sphere mold completes Patissland's collection of seasonal chocolate molds: \u003ca class=\"pl8-link\" href=\"\/en\/products\/moule-a-chocolat-crane-silikomart\"\u003eSkull\u003c\/a\u003e for Halloween, \u003ca class=\"pl8-link\" href=\"\/en\/products\/moule-a-chocolat-monamour\"\u003eMonamour\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"pl8-link\" href=\"\/en\/products\/moule-a-chocolat-my-love\"\u003eMy Love\u003c\/a\u003e for Valentine's Day, or the \u003ca class=\"pl8-link\" href=\"\/en\/products\/moule-a-chocolat-choco-egg\"\u003eEaster\u003c\/a\u003e egg molds. They all share the same food-grade silicone, suitable for temperatures from -60 °C to 230 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- MODULE : contenu produit --\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pl8-block\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"pl8-heading\"\u003eAdditional resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pl8-text\"\u003eComplete your chocolate project with our Valrhona selection: \u003ca class=\"pl8-link\" href=\"\/en\/products\/feves-chocolat-caraibe-patissier-66-250g\"\u003eCaraïbe 66% 250 g\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca class=\"pl8-link\" href=\"\/en\/products\/dulcey-valrhona\"\u003eDulcey 35% Blond 250 g\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca class=\"pl8-link\" href=\"\/en\/products\/feves-ivoire-chocolat-blanc-patissier-35-250g\"\u003eIvoire 35% 250 g\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse the \u003ca class=\"pl8-link\" href=\"\/en\/collections\/valrhona\"\u003eValrhona chocolate collection\u003c\/a\u003e at Patissland. Also see the \u003ca class=\"pl8-link\" href=\"\/en\/collections\/noel-des-promos-plein-la-hotte-chez-patissland\"\u003eChristmas\u003c\/a\u003e selection, the \u003ca class=\"pl8-link\" href=\"\/en\/collections\/materiels-moules-a-chocolat\"\u003eChocolate Equipment \u0026amp; Molds\u003c\/a\u003e collection, or the full \u003ca class=\"pl8-link\" href=\"\/en\/collections\/silikomart\"\u003eSilikomart\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- MODULE : Pour aller plus loin --\u003e\u003csection class=\"pl8-section\"\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"pl8-heading\"\u003eExplore further\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pl8-links\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pl8-link-item\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/feves-chocolat-caraibe-patissier-66-250g\" class=\"pl8-related\"\u003eRecommended chocolate Caraïbe 66% 250 g 12.99 € →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pl8-link-item\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dulcey-valrhona\" class=\"pl8-related\"\u003eDulcey 35% Blond 250 g 12.99 €\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pl8-link-item\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/feves-ivoire-chocolat-blanc-patissier-35-250g\" class=\"pl8-related\"\u003eIvoire 35% 250 g 12.99 €\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Silikomart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47074306130259,"sku":"22.160.77.0065","price":8.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/6167\/4596\/files\/moule-a-chocolat-winter-ball-silikomart-1.png?v=1772147740","url":"https:\/\/patissland.fr\/en\/products\/chocolate-mold-winter-ball","provider":"Patissland","version":"1.0","type":"link"}