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Indulge in the ultimate chocolate & caramel lover's dream with this decadent Chocolate Cupcake recipe topped with a luscious Salted Caramel Ganache! We’ll be making the ganache from scratch using our our *NEW* Sweet Shoppe Salted Caramel Melting Wafers!

Moist chocolate cake topped with a decadent salted caramel ganache to create a dessert that's sure to impress! 

Let's dive into the recipe & create this chocolate masterpiece!

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Cupcakes:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 & 3/4 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 & 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup hot water

For the Salted Caramel Ganache:

• 1.5 lbs  of Sweet Shoppe Salted Caramel Melting Wafers
• 1 cup heavy cream
  Sea salt flakes, for garnish (optional)
• Eleven o’one Salted Caramel Flakes, (optional)

Instructions:

For the Chocolate Cupcakes:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a cupcake pan with liners.
2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, & salt.
3. Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, & vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
4. Gradually add the hot water to the batter, stirring until smooth. The batter will be thin, but that's okay.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cupcake liners, filling them halfway.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove the pans from the oven & let the cupcakes cool completely.

For the Salted Caramel Ganache:

1. In a heatproof bowl, combine the Sweet Shoppe Salted Caramel Melting Wafers & heavy cream.
2. Microwave the mixture in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the wafers are completely melted & the ganache is smooth. About 2 or 3 total intervals.
3. Let the ganache cool for a few minutes to thicken slightly.
4. Take ½ of the ganache & transfer it to a glass bowl & refrigerate for 10 minutes to make a thicker consistency for the filling. 

Decorate:

1. Once the cupcakes have cooled, it's time to decorate them!
2. Grab your thicker caramel ganache & using a piping bag, top each cupake with firm caramel ganache as if it were frosting.
3. With your thinner ganache, pour it in a squeeze bottle or use a spoon, create drops or drizzle on the top edge of your piped cupcakes.
4. If desired, sprinkle sea salt flakes or our eleven o’one Salted Caramel Flakes over the caramel ganache for an extra burst of flavor.
5. Unwrap your Salted Caramel Chocolate Cupcakes, & enjoy every rich & decadent bite!

Perfect for special occasions or simply satisfying your chocolate cravings, these cupcakes  are sure to be showstoppers!

St. Patrick's Day is just around the corner, & what better way to celebrate the delightful holiday than with an easy-to-make holiday treat? Say hello to our Shamrock Pretzel Sticks, a charming combination of crunchy pretzels & sweet melting wafers that not only captures the essence of the holiday but these treats also make for a visually stunning addition to your St. Patrick's Day festivities!

Follow along with Alicia in this video with this easy to follow St. Patrick's Day recipe!

Ingredients:

• Sweet Shoppe Forest Green Melting Wafers
• Sweet Shoppe Spring Green Melting Wafers
• Pretzels

Tools:

• Plastic/Silicone bowl
• Spatula
• Parchment paper
• Cakepop sticks

Instructions:

1. Create the Shamrock Shape:
   Begin by grabbing three pretzels & arranging them in the shape of a shamrock. One on top & one on each side. Feeling lucky? Add a fourth pretzel!
2. Melt your Sweet Shoppe Spring Green Melting Wafers:
   Follow the melting instructions provided for the Sweet Shoppe Spring Green Melting Wafers.
3. Create your Shamrock Shape:
   Once your melting wafers are melted down to a smooth consistency, dip just the sides of one of your pretzels & attach it to the other two pretzels to form a shamrock shape. Add a bit of melting wafers to the edges for extra support. Dip a cake pop stick into the melted wafers & lay it flat on top of the pretzels. Allow it to dry, securing the shamrock onto the stick.
4. Coat with Melting Wafers:
   Once dry, dip the shamrock pretzel into your melted Sweet Shoppe Spring Green Melting Wafers, tapping off any excess. Lay it flat on parchment paper or place in a cakepop stand to dry.
5. Create a Marble Effect:
   Melt your Sweet Shoppe Forest Green Melting Wafers & add melting coating to a piping bag. Drizzle the Sweet Shoppe Forest Green over your melted Sweet Shoppe Spring Green. Dip your shamrock pretzel into the coating ensuring a smooth, consistent coating. Gently rotate the cakepop stick from side to side as you remove your treat to create a beautiful marble finish.
6. Let Them Shine:
   Allow your Shamrock Pretzel Sticks to dry completely. Once set, they are ready to steal the show at your St. Patrick's Day celebration.

Will you be making this festive St. Patrick’s Day treat? We’d love to see what you create! Tag us on social or share your images in our Facebook Community group: Stover’s Confection Connection!

May your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations be filled with luck & deliciously green treats!

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, & what better way to celebrate the season of love than by creating delicious, chocolatey treats? 

At Stover & Company, we take pride in our Sweet Shoppe line, known for its high-quality compound coatings that are perfect for elevating your Valentine's Day  creations. Whether you prefer traditional hues like Milk & Dark or playful colors like Cardinal Red & Rose Pink our Sweet Shoppe Compound Coatings have got you covered.

Our Sweet Shoppe Compound Coatings come in Ultra White, White, Milk, Dark, & eight vibrant colors.  Whether you're sticking to classic reds & pinks or exploring an eclectic color palette, the possibilities are endless. 

 Let's explore some of the exciting options available:

Cardinal Red: A deep, romantic red that adds a touch of passion to your treats.
Rose Pink: A delicate pink that exudes sweetness & charm.
Lotus Pink: A vibrant pink that captures modern love.
Sunshine Yellow: Bring a burst of sunshine to your treats with this cheerful yellow.
Sunset Orange: Add warmth & energy with this rich, sunset-inspired orange.
Spring Green: Embrace the freshness of spring with this lively green shade.
Forest Green: A deep, forest-inspired green for a touch of nature in your creations.
Sky Blue: Create a dreamy atmosphere with this serene blue shade.

Why Choose Sweet Shoppe Compound Coatings?

1. Quality Assurance: Stover & Company is renowned for delivering high-quality products, & our Sweet Shoppe line is no exception. Expect nothing but the best for your Valentine's Day treats.

2. Versatility: Whether you're a seasoned chocolatier or a home baker, our compound coatings are easy to work with, making them perfect for a wide range of treats such as dipped strawberries, truffles, & more.

3. Flavorful Experience: The Sweet Shoppe Compound Coatings not only provide a beautiful color palette but also infuse your treats with a decadent vanilla or chocolate flavor that will leave your taste buds craving more.

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You asked for them, we listened. Our beloved Sweet Shoppe Coating Wafers are now available in SEVEN vibrant colors, each designed to take your treats to new heights!

Color Your World with Deliciously Vibrant Chocolate
Available for purchase starting August 16th, this new collection features a wide range of hues to help you unlock a world of color.  

Rose Pink: Playful & charming, this pale pink shade is perfect for celebrating life's sweetest moments.

Sunset Orange: Capture the radiance of a sunset with this lively orange, guaranteed to make your treats pop.

Cardinal Red: A bright red hue perfect for holiday creations & paying homage to your favorite sports team.

Sunshine Yellow: Make everyday brighter when you add sunshine yellow to your sweet treats. 

Spring Green: Sparking feelings of freshness & vitality, this calm shade is ideal for desserts that call for a soft touch of nature.

Forest Green: Add a touch of elegance & sophistication to your confections with this rich & regal shade of Forest Green. 

Sky Blue: Dive into the depths of creativity with this calming Sky Blue, reminiscent of the sky above. 

At Stover & Company, we understand the importance of maintaining the consistent quality that our customers have come to love. That's why our Sweet Shoppe Colored Coating Wafers are based on the original Sweet Shoppe Ultra White formula. By using this trusted formula, we ensure that not only will your treats dazzle with color, they will also have the same creamy texture & irresistible taste that you've come to expect from our Sweet Shoppe brand.

Create Colorful Creations with Compound Coating Wafers
With our Sweet Shoppe Colored Coating Wafers, the possibilities are truly endless. Whether you're a professional baker, a home baker, or simply someone who loves to treat their loved ones to something special, our colored compound wafers will allow you to transform your radiant ideas into reality.

Create captivating cake pops that mirror the colors of the rainbow. Craft candies that are as beautiful as they are delicious. Dip fruits into an array of hues, turning ordinary snacks into extraordinary delights. Purchase our Color Lovers Bundle for the perfect sampling of this collection! 

For just, $22.00, our Color Lovers Bundle includes: 
1 lb Cardinal Red
1 lb Sunset Orange
1 lb Sunshine Yellow
1 lb Spring Green
1 lb Sky Blue 

Looking for custom colors?

Our Sweet Shoppe Coating Wafers paired with Artisan Accent’s Chocolate Chameleon x Sweet Shoppe oil based candy colors will help you achieve a custom shade of your choice! Start with Ultra White for a pure base, or add Artisan Accent’s Chocolate Chameleon oil based colors to one of our colored compounds to create a custom hue. You will use less food coloring when you start with a colored compound coating!

We would love to see what you create on our Facebooks Page, Facebook Group: Confection Connection, Instagram or TikTok so be sure to tag us! 

When it comes to the world of confectionery, compound coatings play a crucial role in creating mouthwatering treats. Today, we’re dipping into a comparison between two American-made compound coatings: Merckens (made by Cargill) vs. our very own Sweet Shoppe.

While both brands have earned recognition by industry leading treat makers, today we will focus on comparing their most loved qualities & how they stack up against each other. 

So, let's embark on this delectable journey!

Texture & Consistency: The texture & consistency of compound coatings will significantly impact the final product you create. Merckens & Sweet Shoppe both excel in this area, ensuring smooth & silky coatings. They both possess a creamy texture, making them easy to melt & work with, allowing for smooth & even coverage. 

Flavor Variety: One of the delightful aspects of compound coatings is the range of flavors they offer. Merckens & Sweet Shoppe both understand the importance of diversity in taste & both brands provide a great selection. Merckens offers a classic assortment, including cocoa lite, cocoa dark, white  & super white. Comparably, Sweet Shoppe Compound Coatings come in Ultra White, White, Milk & Dark. Though the flavors may be similar, our Sweet Shoppe line has a less sweet taste than Merckens. Treat makers love this subtle difference in Sweet Shoppe as it allows their treats & baked goods to shine through the layer of compound coating. 

Melting: Melting compound coatings can be a crucial step in confectionery making. Both Merckens & Sweet Shoppe aim to simplify this process, allowing for a smooth & simple melting experience. Merckens compound coatings melt evenly, ensuring a consistent finish, while Sweet Shoppe Compound Coatings provide a similar melting experience, with a perceived slight advantage in terms of ease & convenience. The best part? No tempering required with either brand!