Blueberry Lemon Ganache Bonbon | Chef Melissa Recipe
We don’t know what it is about these blueberry lemon bonbons, but they always sold out in Chef Melissa’s Sunday pop-up shops. Maybe it’s the magenta-colored ganache that breaks away from traditional milk or dark chocolate fillings. Maybe it’s their clean berry and lemony taste that doesn’t get overpowered by white chocolate. Either way, trying […]
Nostalgic Candy Bars and Chocolate Treats Class
You think childhood treats and nostalgic flavors deserve more iconic reinventions? Then you’re one of us! Join Chef Melissa in this Online Live class as she takes you through three warming recipes that will never fail to make you and your clients smile: Soft Maple Caramel and Pecan Praliné Chocolate “Tarts” French Toast Candy Bar […]
Honey, Pecan & Blueberry Granola | Melissa Coppel Recipe
Did you know that at the Melissa Coppel Chocolate and Confectionery School we make a mean granola? So good, in fact, that some people don’t even stop by to try our chocolates: they come all the way to our store for our Piemonte, Piña Colada, Rose and Lychee, or Plain Honey Granola. We also give […]
Plant-Based Chocolate Hazelnut Tart | Lauren Haas Recipe
A beautifully rich and nutty tart, this plant-based recipe by Chef Lauren Haas carefully layers hazelnut and chocolate elements in each component to highlight the complementary notes of both ingredients. A chocolate caramel crémeux, chocolate sablée, hazelnut cocoa crumble, and vanilla hazelnut praliné set this full-bodied tart in motion. Chef Haas’ eye for detail shines […]
Black Truffle Bonbon
Pairing savory ingredients with dark chocolate can always lead to pleasant surprises. Chef Melissa’s Black Truffle Bonbons create a sophisticated balance around this prized ingredient, with the bitterness of black chocolate and a dollop of honey for a drop of intense sweetness. These bonbons stand out immediately, have a long-shelf life, and can be easily […]
Cassis and Parmesan Molded Bonbon Recipe | Chef Melissa
Some treats come from the most unexpected places. Well, we have Cacio e Pepe to thank for these ones! Chef Melissa’s latest molded bonbons showcase the saltiness – and slight heat – of a crunchy Parmesan cookie and the intense sweetness of a deep purple cassis and cherry ganache. The recipe includes all the steps […]
Hazelnut Rocher Recipe | Chef Melissa Coppel
These Hazelnut Rochers are inspired by Chef Melissa’s obsession with both elements: the hazelnuts (mainly) and the Rochers we’ve all loved eating at some point in our lives. Her recipe creates crunchy, nutty, chocolatey treat that are easy to customize. Just change the nuts or the type of chocolate and put your spin on this […]
Plant-Based Pistachio & Strawberry Tart | Lauren V. Haas Recipe
This Plant-Based Pistachio Strawberry Tart is vibrant in both color and flavor. Chef Lauren Haas skillfully incorporates the diverse textures of pistachios into her recipe with four layers of pistachio. Each tart has a pistachio chocolate ring, followed by some pistachio pastry cream, a pistachio crumble, and a pistachio praliné. The perfect treat for any […]
Creamy Cacao Butter or “Cocoa Butter Silk” Basics
Seeding with creamy cacao butter (aka “silk”) is our favorite, no-fuzz, pre-crystallization, or tempering technique. In this class, Chef Melissa teaches you how to make and maintain this convenient and essential ingredient, which you can easily prepare with any cacao butter you have in hand. If you always thought tempering chocolate was a cumbersome, long, […]
Online Chocolate Enrobing Course | Professional Techniques
Join Chef Melissa as she guides you through 11 essential tips for perfecting the enrobing process in this two-part class. You’ll gain valuable insights and techniques to ensure your creations are flawless every time. If you’re still wondering whether to pre-crystallize your fat-based fillings and ganaches before enrobing, or if you have no idea what […]