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We’ve whipped up something special & it’s finally here! Introducing Sweet Shoppe Cream Cheese Flavored Melting Wafers! This highly requested flavor is ready to transform your confections with a rich creamy cream cheese flavor.

What makes our new Cream Cheese Flavored Melting Wafers so special?

These melting wafers are slightly softer than our original formula while still delivering the perfect full, even coating & silky-smooth finish you’re used to. The flavor? These melting wafers taste just like your favorite cream cheese frosting; creamy, tangy & oh-so-delicious! 

Plus these flavored melting wafers are extremely versatile! Use them for: 

• Dipped Treats: Melt them down & dip fruits, pretzels, cookies or cake pops!
• Frostings & Ganaches: Melt & blend into your favorite buttercream, ganache or glaze recipe for an elevated flavor profile.
• Baked goods: The smaller wafer size allows you to easily fold them into batters for brownies, cookies, blondies, or cakes to add a burst of cream cheese flavor!
• Flavor Combos: Mix them with other Sweet Shoppe Flavored Melting Wafers to create something truly unique! For example, blend them with our Pumpkin Spice Flavored Melting Wafers to create a Pumpkin Cheesecake Flavor! What combinations will you dream up?

Pro Tips for Using Cream Cheese Melting Wafers

Due to a slight tweak in the formulation, these wafers are softer to the touch & require extra care during dipping. The change allows us to capture the signature cream cheese flavor but result in a longer drying time. Here’s how to handle them like a pro:

• Work in a cooler environment. (60-65°F)
• Use a fan to speed up the drying process.
• For the best results, pop your dipped treats in the freezer for 2-3 minutes. Don’t leave them for more than 5 minutes to avoid condensation & cracking. 

A Game- Changer for Cottage Bakers

If you’re a cottage baker in a state where cream cheese is restricted in baked goods, we’ve got your back! Swap out traditional cream cheese with our Cream Cheese Flavored Melting Wafers for a compliant (& delicious) alternative!

We can’t wait to see what you’ll whip up with this exciting new flavor. Tag us on social media or share your photos in our Stover’s Confection Connection Facebook Group. We’d love to showcase your sweet treats!

Our Pumpkin Spice Flavored Melting Wafers are ready to bring the warm taste of fall to all your seasonal treats! Whether you’re dipping, baking, or crafting a decadent ganache, these melting wafers make it easy to capture the comforting essence of pumpkin spice. 

Here are four simple & delicious ways to incorporate this autumn flavor into your recipes!

1. PUMPKIN SPICE PUPPY CHOW
A quick, sweet-&-salty treat perfect for sharing (or solo snacking)! This easy to make recipe is great for kids, so grab the whole family! 

Ingredients:

 • 1 cup Sweet Shoppe Pumpkin Spice Flavored Melting Wafers

 • 1 cup Powdered Sugar

 • 1 cup Chex Mix Cereal

Instructions:

Melt the Sweet Shoppe Pumpkin Spice Flavored Melting Wafers.
In a bowl, mix together the Chex Mix Cereal & melted Pumpkin Spice Melting Wafers until fully coated.
Pour coated cereal into a ziplock bag & add the powdered sugar. Close the bag tightly & shake!
Pour mix onto a baking sheet until fully set. 

PRO TIP: add a few spoonfuls of peanut butter to the melted wafers for a deeper flavor profile!

2. PUMPKIN SPICE HOT CHOCOLATE

A warm, comforting fall beverage with the flavors of a pumpkin spice & creamy hot chocolate.

Ingredients:

 • 1 cup milk (or milk alternative)

 • 1/4 cup Sweet Shoppe Pumpkin Spice Flavored Melting Wafers

 • Whipped cream & a dash of cinnamon for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the milk until it begins to steam (do not boil).

2. Add the Pumpkin Spice Melting Wafers & whisk continuously until completely melted & smooth.

3. Pour into a mug, top with whipped cream, & sprinkle with cinnamon. Enjoy the cozy fall vibes!

3. PUMPKIN SPICE BLONDIES

Soft, chewy blondies with a pumpkin spice swirl make for a delicious autumn dessert.

Ingredients:

 • 1/2 cup butter, melted

 • 1 cup brown sugar

 • 1 large egg

 • 1 cup flour

 • 1/4 tsp salt

 • 1/2 cup Sweet Shoppe Pumpkin Spice Flavored Melting Wafers, melted

Instructions:

 1. Preheat oven to 350°F & grease an 8x8-inch baking pan.

 2. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, & egg, stirring until smooth.

 3. Add flour & salt, mixing until just combined.

 4. Pour batter into the prepared pan & drizzle the melted Pumpkin Spice Flavored Melting Wafers over the top.

 5. Swirl with a knife for a marbled effect, then bake for 20-25 minutes until set & golden.

 6. Cool before cutting into squares.

4. Pumpkin Spice Ganache

This rich, silky pumpkin ganache is perfect for drizzling, dipping, or filling cakes & pastries.

Ingredients:

 • 1/2 cup heavy cream

 • 1/2 cup Sweet Shoppe Pumpkin Spice Flavored Melting Wafers

Instructions:

 1. In a small saucepan, heat the cream over medium heat until it just starts to simmer.

 2. Pour the hot cream over the melting wafers in a heatproof bowl & let sit for 1-2 minutes.

 3. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted & smooth.

 4. Use immediately to drizzle over desserts, or allow to cool for a thicker consistency suitable for cake fillings or truffles.

Give these cozy recipes a try & don’t forget to share your creations with us on Stover’s Confection Connection on Facebook! 

Get ready to indulge in the magic of the holiday season with our exciting new winter-flavored melting wafers! We’re so excited to introduce THREE bold, festive additions to the Sweet Shoppe Collection that are perfect for your seasonal creations: Sweet Shoppe White Peppermint Blast, Sweet Shoppe Midnight Mint, & Sweet Shoppe Dark Raspberry Truffle.

These rich, decadent flavors offer the same creamy quality you love from our Sweet Shoppe Melting Wafers but with a holiday twist!

Sweet Shoppe White Peppermint Blast

Our ultra white melting wafers meet a festive peppermint crunch! This refreshing flavor will add a crisp, minty note to your creations—perfect for everything from holiday bark to peppermint-dipped cookies.

Sweet Shoppe Midnight Mint

Experience the bold flavor of dark chocolate combined with the refreshing coolness of spearmint. Sweet Shoppe Midnight Mint offers a perfect blend of rich cocoa & cool mint, ideal for wintertime treats like mint brownies, truffles, or even homemade peppermint patties.

Sweet Shoppe Dark Raspberry Truffle

For those who love a mix of fruit & chocolate, Sweet Shoppe Dark Raspberry Truffle is a match made in heaven. The deep cocoa flavor mingles with sweet, fruity raspberry notes, bringing an elegant touch to desserts like raspberry chocolate fudge or dipped truffles.

Stay tuned—the holiday magic is just around the corner! These seasonal flavors will be available for purchase early next week, so start planning your festive treats!

We can’t wait to see what you create with these new winter flavors! Share your photos & videos with us by tagging us on social media or joining the fun in our Facebook Group, Stover’s Confection Connection. Let’s spread some holiday cheer, one sweet creation at a time!

We are feeling the holiday spirit at Stover & Company! What better way to cozy up than with a warm cup of hot chocolate made from a rich, chocolatey hot cocoa bomb! 

It’s no secret that hot cocoa bombs have taken over the holiday season year after year! Whether you’re a seasoned professional who creates cocoa bombs in their sleep, or you’re a beginner looking for step by step instructions to make your own, we’re here to walk you through the process & share some pro-tips.

Watch Alicia, our Brand & PR Specialist, whip up some adorable Christmas Tree Hot Cocoa Bombs with ease thanks to our Sweet Shoppe Forest Green Coating Wafers!

Ready to make your own hot cocoa bombs? 

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Half sphere silicone candy mold or 3 part candy mold
• Sweet Shoppe Forest Green Coating Wafers
• Spatulas
• Ceramic Plate
• Hot Cocoa Mix
• Marshmallows
• Christmas Tree Candy Mold
• Sprinkles

Instructions:

1. If you are using a silicone candy mold, we suggest cutting your silicone mold into individual half spheres as it’s easier to coat the inside of the sphere mold if they are separated. 
2. Make sure your candy molds are clean & dry. Even the smallest amount of water or moisture can ruin your chocolate or compounds. Any dry water spots on your candy mold can make your hot cocoa bombs dull.
   
   If you’re using a silicone mold: Wash candy mold with warm soapy water & let fully dry. Put your candy molds in a preheated oven to 200ºF for a few minutes to ensure all moisture is removed to help eliminate any water spots. Make sure you let cool before making your hot cocoa bombs.  
   
   If you are using a 3 part mold: Hand wash & dry all three pieces of your candy mold. Once dry, polish your candy molds using a high proof alcohol & a paper towel to get a nice shiny finish.
   PRO TIP: NEVER put your candy molds in the dishwasher.
3. Melt your Sweet Shoppe Forest Green Coating Wafers. Check out this video on how Alicia melts hers or check out this handy blog post.
   
   If using a silicone mold: pour a small amount of melted Sweet Shoppe Forest Green Coating Compound into your candy mold. Use your spatula to spread the compound coating until the candy mold is fully covered. Swirl your coating around if needed to get even coverage. Let set then add a second coat.
   
   If using a 3 part mold: pour a small amount of melted Sweet Shoppe Forest Green Compound in your candy mold to the designated fill line. Place the insert portion on top of the compound then add the top side of the mold, pressing down until your compound chocolate has evenly spread throughout the mold.
   PRO TIP: Make sure to clean the edges of your mold with your spatula between coats to ensure your edges are set nice & flat.
4. Pop your candy molds in the freezer for about 1-2 minutes to help the chocolate set quickly & ensure your chocolate pieces release properly.
   PRO TIP:  It’s important that your candy molds are not cold when adding chocolate. If you plan to reuse your candy mold to create additional cocoa bombs, we recommend warming your candy molds to room temperature prior to use.
   
5. While your sphere candy molds are chilling in the freezer, it’s time to create your chocolatey decorations! Grab the rest of your melted Sweet Shoppe Forest Green Compound Coating & pour into a Christmas Tree candy mold, or any candy mold of your choice!
6. Pop your decoration candy molds into the freezer for about 1-2 minutes to help your decorations set quickly.
7. While your chocolate decorations harden, remove your sphere molds from the freezer & gently unmold your chocolate pieces.
   
   PRO TIP: gently pull your silicone molds away from the sphere starting around the edges first. Once the edges have been released, put your hand inside of the sphere for some leverage & gently peel the candy mold back. This method should result in a shiny half sphere. 
8. Heat up an empty ceramic plate in the microwave for about 2 minutes.
9. Quickly & gently, place half of your chocolate domes (one by one) with the edges face down, on your warm plate. This process will slightly melt any uneven edges, resulting in nice, flat & even edges that will be easier to adhere together. 

10. Add approximately 2 TBSP of hot cocoa mix into one half of each sphere & top with marshmallows, sprinkles, edible glitter or whatever fun surprises you want to add inside your hot cocoa bomb! 

    PRO TIP: Place hot cocoa bomb shells in cupcake liners before assembling to eliminate clean up. 

11.  Using the same warm plate, smooth out the edges to the remaining domes one by one, & while they are melted, adhere the top of the hot chocolate bomb to the filled side like a lid. 

12. Unmold your hardened Christmas Tree decorations & use some melted compound to adhere these chocolate creations to the top of your hot cocoa bombs.

13. Use your favorite brand of sprinkles, or even more chocolate, to decorate your tree or finish off your minimalistic look with a simple drizzle.

14. Let hot cocoa bombs fully harden before packaging. 

TIPS & TRICKS: 

• Three part candy molds tend to be easier to work with + they require less chocolate than with silicone molds.
• There are many different shapes & sizes for hot cocoa bomb molds, so be creative. Standard size is usually 70mm or 2.5 - 3 inches.To avoid fingerprints on your hot cocoa
• bombs, use cotton gloves when handling your chocolate pieces.
• Sweet Shoppe Compound Coating Wafers are perfect for adding a splash of color to your hot cocoa bombs.
• If you are looking for a rich flavor profile & thin consistency without having to temper, we suggest using our Eleven o’one Deluxe European Compound Coatings. 
• Want to skip the coating wafers & use real chocolate? We recommend trying our Eleven o’one European Couverture Chocolates. 
  If you’re using real couverture chocolate, there is no need to add hot cocoa mix. You can simply fill the spheres with marshmallows & goodies, letting the chocolate speak for itself.

We love seeing your creations! Be sure to tag us in your treat photos or videos or post them in our Facebook Group: Stover’s Confection Connection

Surprise! 

We’ve launched a NEW addition to our Sweet Shoppe Colored Wafers Collection!

INTRODUCING LOTUS PINK! 

Imagine the perfect shade of Sweet Shoppe Pink, a bold, hot pink add a pop of color amongst your treat palette! Lotus Pink invites you to coat your treats with a burst electrifying vibrancy! 

Pre-order your Sweet Shoppe Lotus Pink today to secure this hot pink sensation! Orders are estimated to ship around December 11th, arriving just in time for your pink holiday baking spree!

For more questions please visit our FAQ page or our customer service team at info@stovercompany.com or at (724) 274-6314

Don’t miss out on being among the first to get your hands on Lotus Pink & add it to your collection of Sweet Shoppe Coating Wafers!