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Easy & Fun Chocolate Cake Decoration | Quick Holiday Dessert Idea
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Easy & Fun Chocolate Cake Decoration | Quick Holiday Dessert Idea
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Easy & Fun Chocolate Cake Decoration | Quick Holiday Dessert Idea

Learn how to create an easy and fun chocolate decoration for your holiday cake. This quick tutorial demonstrates a simple technique using melted chocolate and parchment paper to make elegant chocolate curls or shapes, perfect for enhancing any festive dessert. Add a touch of professional flair to your homemade treats with minimal effort.
#Cake Decoration
#Chocolate
#Holiday Dessert
#Easy Recipe
#DIY Cake
#Quick Dessert
#Sweet
#Dessert Art
Spreading melted chocolate on parchment
Spreading melted chocolate on parchment

Recipe Information

5m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
20m
Total Time
1
Servings
Easy
Dessert Decoration
Hebrew
Nutrition (per serving)
535
Calories
6g
Protein
59g
Carbs
31g
Fat
Parchment paper rolled with chocolate
Parchment paper rolled with chocolate

Ingredients

  • Melted chocolate
    (Dark or milk chocolate, as desired for decoration)

    100 grams
  • Parchment paper
    (Approximately 30x40 cm)

    1 sheet
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Servings: 1
💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!
Chocolate curls and flakes after unrolling
Chocolate curls and flakes after unrolling

Instructions

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  • 1

    Melt your preferred chocolate (dark or milk) using a microwave or double boiler until smooth and completely melted.
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    Step 1 visual
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    Melt your preferred chocolate (dark or milk) using a microwave or double boiler until smooth and completely melted.
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    Be careful not to overheat the chocolate to avoid burning. Stir frequently.
  • 2

    Spread the melted chocolate evenly in a thin layer over a sheet of parchment paper using a spoon or spatula. Try to cover as much area as possible without making the layer too thick.
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    Step 2 visual
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    Spread the melted chocolate evenly in a thin layer over a sheet of parchment paper using a spoon or spatula. Try to cover as much area as possible without making the layer too thick.
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    Ensure the layer is thin enough to allow for easy breaking and forming of curls later.
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  • 3

    Once the chocolate is slightly set but still pliable (not fully hard), carefully roll the parchment paper lengthwise into a tight cylinder.
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    Step 3 visual
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    Once the chocolate is slightly set but still pliable (not fully hard), carefully roll the parchment paper lengthwise into a tight cylinder.
    1m

    Roll tightly to create nicely shaped curls when the chocolate is broken.
  • 4

    Place the rolled parchment paper with the chocolate into the refrigerator for at least 10-15 minutes, or until the chocolate is completely firm and hard to the touch.
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    Place the rolled parchment paper with the chocolate into the refrigerator for at least 10-15 minutes, or until the chocolate is completely firm and hard to the touch.
    15m

    For quicker setting, you can use the freezer for 5-7 minutes, but watch it carefully.
  • 5

    Carefully unroll the parchment paper. As you unroll, the hardened chocolate will naturally break into beautiful curls and flakes.
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    Step 5 visual
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    Carefully unroll the parchment paper. As you unroll, the hardened chocolate will naturally break into beautiful curls and flakes.
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    Handle gently to preserve the delicate shapes of the chocolate curls and avoid excess crumbling.
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  • 6

    Arrange the chocolate curls and flakes elegantly on top of your cake to create a festive and delicious decoration, ready to impress!
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    Step 6 visual
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    Arrange the chocolate curls and flakes elegantly on top of your cake to create a festive and delicious decoration, ready to impress!
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    Get creative with the placement to achieve a unique and personalized look for your cake.
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