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    Home » Recipes » Cooking and Food Tips

    How to Melt White Chocolate in the Microwave

    First Published: March 11, 2023 . Last Modified: March 11, 2023 lisa14 Comments This post may contain affiliate links

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    Learn how to melt white chocolate perfectly every time. Melting white chocolate in the microwave is so simple, and it's easy to work with. Use white chocolate to dip, drizzle, and dunk and decorate fruit, candy and baked goods.

    A silicone spatula stirs melted white chocolate.
    Jump to:
    • What is white chocolate?
    • Types of white chocolate
    • Steps to Melting White Chocolate
    • White Chocolate Melting Tips
    • Recipe Ideas using Melted White Chocolate
    • RECIPE

    Melting white chocolate seems like it should be easy to do, and it is, but it's also hands-on. You can't just stick it in the microwave oven and walk away, as a few minor mistakes can lead to burnt or separated chocolate. While there are different ways to melt chocolate, the easiest way to me is this one.

    The micowave method of melting white chocolate is an easy method, but all microwaves are different. You need to stick close by and adjust based on your microwave.

    You'll notice that I recommend microwaving in 10 to 15 second increments for best results. That's simply because the shorter bursts are more forgiving and allow you to quickly recognize potential problems. I also start with high power but as the chocolate starts to melt, I like to use half power.

    What is white chocolate?

    White chocolate can be more tricky to melt than regular milk chocolate or dark chocolate, primarily because of how it's made. In fact, white chocolate is not real chocolate because it doesn't contain any cocoa solids so it has a lower melting point. It's made from a mixture of sugar, cocoa butter, milk products, vanilla, and lecithin.

    You may also notice that many products are not authentic white chocolates which must have at least 20% cocoa butter. Bars are likelier to be labeled as white chocolate, while most chips and wafers may not.

    White chocolate has a lower burning point which is the main reason there can be scorching and separating, which essentially ruins the chocolate into an unusable mess. It's not possible to fix at that point, so the best way is to prevent it from happening in the first place.

    Chunks of chopped white chocolate.

    Types of white chocolate

    • Chips - Chips are found in bags in the baking aisle with chocolate chips.
    • Bars – Also called white chocolate bark or almond bark, these white chocolate bars are usually found in the baking aisle.
    • Discs/Wafers/ Candy Melts – These white chocolate melts are sold in bags and can be found with cake decorating supplies.

    Steps to Melting White Chocolate

    1. Pour the chips or discs into a ceramic or glass bowl. If using bark or a white chocolate bar, break or cut into smaller pieces before adding to a bowl. Make sure to use a microwave-safe bowl.
    2. Heat in the microwave for 10 to 15-second intervals on high power. Once the chocolate starts to melt adjust to half power.
    3. Stir well to get everything from the bottom of the bowl mixed in.
    4. Repeat heating and stirring until the melted chocolate is smooth.
    How to melt white chocolate.

    White Chocolate Melting Tips

    • Be sure to cut or break bars into small pieces.
    • Use a serrated knife for easier cutting.
    • Stir well after each 10-15 second heating, even if it seems like nothing has changed.
    • A clean, dry rubber spatula is the best tool for stirring. You can also use plastic spoons but I don't use a wooden spoon as the chocolate will stick to it and it can get messy.
    • Stirring is the key! Stir and stir and stir some more after each step.
    • Don't add any liquid while melting as it will cause the chocolate to seize.
    • To add flavorings, extracts or color, add after melting the chocolate.

    Recipe Ideas using Melted White Chocolate

    White chocolate adds a creamy, dreamy layer of deliciousness to fresh fruit, makes beautiful dipped cookies like these Festive White Chocolate Dipped Gingerbread Cookies, and can be drizzled on baked goods for a professional finish. Melted white chocolate goes on this fantastic Christmas Crunch which is a sweet and salty popcorn snack mix that my family loves. I don't go a holiday season without melting white chocolate for some of my family's favorite desserts.

    Here are some of my favorite white chocolate recipes:

    • Chocolate Peppermint Pretzels
    • White Chocolate Covered Clementines
    • Chocolate Covered Cherries
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    Melted White Chocolate In The Microwave

    This simple microwave method yields smooth and creamy melted white chocolte.
    Prep Time2 minutes mins
    Cook Time5 minutes mins
    Total Time5 minutes mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 153kcal
    Cost: $2

    Ingredients

    • 8 ounces White Chocolate Bars, Chips, Wafers or Discs

    Instructions

    • Pour the chips or discs into a microwave-safe bowl. If using bark or a white chocolate bar, break or cut into pieces before adding to a bowl.
    • Heat in the microwave for 10-15 second increments. Start with high power then move to half power as the chocolate starts to get melted.
    • Stir well in between microwaving.
    • Repeat heating and stirring until the chocolate is melted and smooth.

    Notes

    Melted white chocolate is perfect for dipping pretzels, fruit, cookies and marshmallows.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 153kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 26mg | Potassium: 81mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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    Comments

    1. Gloria says

      November 27, 2023 at 10:44 am

      5 stars
      What a great post. Melting chocolate can be tricky, especially white chocolate. This is perfect for dipping all the holiday treats in for sure.

      Reply
    2. Bernice says

      November 27, 2023 at 1:47 pm

      I've melted chocolate so many times in the microwave but it took me a long time to figure out how to do it without breaking the chocolate. This post is full of great tips for success!

      Reply
    3. Marta says

      November 27, 2023 at 4:09 pm

      Great instructions on melting white chocolate in the microwave. It's so easy to burn, but you set us up for success!

      Reply
    4. Leslie says

      December 01, 2023 at 9:06 am

      5 stars
      I have made so many mistakes when trying to melt white chocolate in the microwave. You have the best tips to get the chocolate absolutely perfect!

      Reply
    5. Jessica says

      December 01, 2023 at 10:28 am

      5 stars
      I used your method for a drizzle for some brownies I was making. Came out so smooth and gave a nice dressy touch to my dish. Thanks!

      Reply
    6. Kathryn says

      December 02, 2023 at 11:11 am

      5 stars
      This is such an easy guide! I use tons of melted chocolate during the holidays so this was so helpful. Thank you!

      Reply
    7. Carrie Robinson says

      December 03, 2023 at 10:39 am

      5 stars
      This is so perfect for dipping all of those holiday treats in! 🙂 I love that you did this in the microwave. Stove top can be such a pain when melting chocolate.

      Reply
    8. Mikayla says

      December 04, 2023 at 1:04 am

      5 stars
      Very thorough and detailed guide, thank you for the tips!

      Reply
    9. Moop Brown says

      December 04, 2023 at 3:33 am

      5 stars
      I love using white chocolate for different desserts and treats around this time of the year so this recipe is really useful, thanks!

      Reply
    10. Holley says

      December 15, 2023 at 12:53 pm

      5 stars
      These tips are so helpful! This is my new go-to method for melting white chocolate!

      Reply
    11. Jacqueline says

      December 15, 2023 at 1:12 pm

      5 stars
      Great tips! The microwave plus white chocolate can be tricky, this is really useful, especially when you're making chocolate bark for gifts and don't want to mess it up!

      Reply
    12. Tayler says

      December 15, 2023 at 1:15 pm

      5 stars
      This was SO helpful while making Christmas goodies today! Thanks so much for sharing!

      Reply
    13. Vicky says

      December 15, 2023 at 1:27 pm

      5 stars
      This time of year I use white chocolate in a lot of baking recipes. This guide is perfect for making sure it doesn't get ruined or seize up as I try to melt it. I will refer to it often. Thanks!

      Reply
    14. Andrea says

      December 15, 2023 at 1:38 pm

      5 stars
      I really appreciate that you explained how to do this with all types of white chocolate. Definitely need this information with all the Holiday treats I'll be making.

      Reply

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