Dark Compound Chocolate Callets 500g

Cake Craft Dark Compound Chocolate Callets are a convenient 500g bag of dark compound chocolate designed to melt and set smoothly without tempering. Suitable for home bakers and professional decorators alike, these dark chocolate callets are ideal for ganache, cake pops, hand-made chocolates and a wide range of cake finishes.

Key Details

• Weight: 500g bag
• Type: Dark compound chocolate callets
• Brand: Cake Craft
• Tempering: Not required. Melts and sets without tempering
• Melting method: Microwave at no more than 50% power, 30-second intervals; stir between each
• Maximum temperature: Do not exceed 48°C
• Alternative method: Melt over simmering water, stirring constantly
• Note: Keep all steam and water away from the compound

Best For

• Ganache for drip cakes, truffles and tarts
• Dipping and coating cake pops
• Hand-made chocolates and moulded chocolate shapes
• Chocolate bark, bark clusters and cookie dipping

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between compound and couverture chocolate?

Compound chocolate uses vegetable fats instead of cocoa butter, so it does not require tempering to set with a glossy finish. Couverture chocolate has a higher cocoa butter content and produces a snappier, more complex flavour but must be tempered correctly. Compound chocolate is the go-to choice for everyday decorating without the technical demands of tempering.

Can I use these callets in a chocolate mould?

Yes. Melt, pour into your mould and allow to set at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Browse our chocolate moulds for shapes and designs to complement these callets.

Explore our full range of chocolate melts and cake decorating supplies. For fondant coverage, see our icing and fondant coverage chart, and for buttercream planning check our how much buttercream guide.