CHOCOLATE BOW
What a beautiful sight this is on top of your favorite cake! It takes some time to prepare but can be made a month in advance, then stored in an airtight container. -Debbie Gauthier, Timmins, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 1 chocolate bow for a 9-in. round or springform cake.
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Cut three 6-in. squares from freezer paper. Cut each square into six 1-in. strips. Set aside four strips. Place remaining strips shiny side up on a waxed paper-lined work surface., In a microwave, melt 1 cup vanilla chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Working quickly with a few strips at a time, spread chocolate beyond three sides of the strips onto the waxed paper, leaving 1/2 in. at one short end., Immediately peel each strip from work surface; place on clean waxed paper. Let strips dry just until barely set but still pliable, about 1 minute. (If chocolate strips become to stiff, warm in the microwave for a few seconds.), With paper side out, press ends of chocolate strips together. Stand strips on edges on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Chill until set, about 10 minutes. Carefully remove freezer paper., For ribbons, coat four reserved strips with chocolate; peel strips from work surface. On an inverted 9-in. x 1-1/2-in. round baking pan, place strips, chocolate side down at 90-degree angles to each other and drape 1-1/4 in. over side of pan. (If necessary, use a drop of chocolate under the bottom edge to hold in place. With a toothpick, press the strip onto the dab of chocolate.) Chill until set; remove freezer paper., Melt remaining chips in the microwave. Fill a plastic bag with melted chocolate; cut a small hole in the corner. Place marshmallow half, cut side down, in the center of a piece of waxed paper. Secure six chocolate loops around edge of marshmallow with melted chocolate; press ends down. Layer five more loops on top with ends touching. Secure with chocolate. Coat top of marshmallow with remaining chocolate; place remaining loops in center, pressing down. Let dry for 1 hour or overnight. Carefully peel waxed paper from bow. Place ribbons and bow on top of cake.
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Bari King
[email protected]These are the best chocolate bows I've ever had. They're so rich and creamy.
Small Pilot
[email protected]I made these for my husband's birthday and he loved them. They're the perfect combination of chocolate and sweetness.
Raman Khatiwada
[email protected]These chocolate bows are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're easy to make and they always impress.
Sarah Brianna
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but I was able to make these without any problems. They're really delicious and I'm sure I'll be making them again.
Santosh kumar
[email protected]These were really easy to make and they turned out great. I'm definitely going to make them again.
Zorsay Poschjow
[email protected]I'm not sure I did something wrong, but my bows didn't turn out as pretty as the ones in the picture.
Renee Saayman
[email protected]These were a little too sweet for me, but I think they would be perfect for a party or potluck.
Marian Mejia
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chocolate, but these were actually really good. The chocolate is rich and creamy, and the bow shape is perfect.
Jubel Ahmed
[email protected]These are so cute! I can't wait to try them.
Davien Larson
[email protected]My only complaint is that they're a bit messy to make. But the end result is worth it.
Richard Debrah
[email protected]I made these for a party and everyone loved them. They were a great addition to the dessert table.
Ssema Vice
[email protected]These chocolate bows were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it. They were so cute and delicious.
JAGUAR
[email protected]I've made these a few times now and they're always a hit. They're easy to make and look really impressive.
Adil Adilzeshan
[email protected]My little girl loved these! I made them with her for her pre-school class and they were a huge hit.