FUNCAKES Deco Melts
Dark Chocolate Deco Melts 250 g
Dark chocolate wafers for coating rich cake pops and bold drip cakes.
FUNCAKES Dark Chocolate Deco Melts 250 g are ready-to-melt dark couverture chocolate wafers for coating rich cake pops, bold drip cakes, and cocoa dipping.
Dark chocolate offers a more intense flavor than milk chocolate, making it ideal for sophisticated adult palates.
Key features
- Size
- 250 g
- Resealable bag
- Melting
- Microwave for 30 sec
- Short intervals, or a gentle double boiler
- Flavor
- Dark chocolate
- FUNCAKES melting wafers
Signature shade
Dark Chocolate 250 g
Dominant pigment: concentrated natural cocoa
FUNCAKES couverture chocolate wafers: an alternative to colorful decorations for delicious cake pops and chocolate coatings.
Recommended uses
- Coating cake pops: a smooth coating achieved by quickly dipping and rotating.
- Drip cake drips: drizzled in a thin stream around the edges while still fluid.
- Dipping fruit and cookies: partially or fully dipped for a delicious finish.
- Making mendiants and chocolates: poured into a silicone mold to create small treats to give as gifts.
Quantity guide
Illustrative example based on the settings below. Adjust the quantity to suit your creation.
| Type of use | Coating cake pops |
|---|---|
| Number of pieces | 12 |
| Required quantity | 100 g |
| Packs required | 1 pack (250 g) |
| Safety margin included | +20 % |
Tip: Melt the wafers in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval to prevent overheating.
Approximate coverage per project
| Project | Quantity per unit | With 1 pack of 250 g |
|---|---|---|
| Coating cake pops | ~8 g | about 25 to 30 cake pops |
| 18-20 cm drip cake | ~80-100 g | 2 to 3 decorated cakes |
| 25-28 cm drip cake | ~130-150 g | 1 to 2 decorated cakes |
| Coating shortbread biscuits | ~10 g | about 20 to 25 biscuits |
| Dipping strawberries/fruit | ~5 g | about 40 to 50 pieces of fruit |
| Full cake pop coating | ~15 g | about 15 cake pops |
Approximate quantities include a 20 % safety margin. Use the calculator to customize.
Discover the Déco Melts range
16 FUNCAKES Déco Melts varieties in the catalog. Click a swatch to view the product page.
WHITES & FLAVORED
REDS & PINKS
YELLOWS & ORANGE
GREENS
BLUES & PURPLE
BLACK & CHOCOLATES
Signature creative ideas
- Dark chocolate cake pops: Dark chocolate coating on coffee-cardamom cake pops for an adult palette.
- Decadent drip cake: Dark chocolate drips on a vanilla cake for maximum contrast.
- Orange peel dipping: Dip candied orange peels for a chocolate-orange effect.
- Black-and-white cake pops: Dark chocolate coating with white drawing for a graphic effect.
- Bold wedding cake: Dark chocolate drips on a white cake for a delicious wedding cake.
Features
| Net weight | 250 g (resealable bag) |
|---|---|
| Brand | FUNCAKES (Netherlands) |
| Ingredients | Concentrated cocoa + sugar |
| Dominant pigment | concentrated natural cocoa |
| Use | Coating cake pops, drip cakes, dipping biscuits/fruit |
| Melting | Microwave (30 sec at medium power) or gentle double boiler |
| Gluten-free | Yes |
| Allergens | Contains: milk, soy. May contain traces of: almond, hazelnut, gluten. |
Instructions
- Pour the contents into a clean, dry, microwave-safe bowl.
- Melt at medium power in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval.
- Stop heating as soon as 80 % of the wafers have melted: residual heat will finish the job.
- Gently stir with a spatula until smooth, without incorporating air.
- Work at a maximum of 30-35 °C to avoid burning the chocolate.
- Coat the cake pop or pour over the drip cake within 5-10 minutes after melting.
- Let crystallize for 15-20 minutes at room temperature to set completely.
Storage
| Before opening | Cool room temperature (15-20 °C), away from light |
|---|---|
| After opening | Resealed airtight bag: 6 to 12 months |
| Avoid | Temperatures above 28 °C, humidity, freezing |
| Decorated cake | Keeps for 2 to 3 days at room temperature, protected from moisture |
| Melted leftovers | Pour into a silicone mold, let crystallize, store in an airtight bag for 1 month |
Frequently asked questions
Your questions, our advice
Does Dark Chocolate Deco Melts contain coloring?
No, its color comes from concentrated cocoa, with no added coloring or milk.
Why work quickly with Dark Chocolate?
It sets quickly: prepare everything to be coated before melting, so you can apply it immediately.
When should you choose Dark Chocolate rather than Milk Chocolate?
For greater flavor intensity, suited to adult palates and richer creations.
Additional resources
Complete your palette with Snow White Deco Melts, Red Deco Melts, Yellow Deco Melts, or browse the Candy Melts collection at Patissland.
Find out more
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.
