In this video, join us as we dive into the art of freeze-drying Twix bars! We'll guide you through the entire process, starting with the preparation phase and including essential tips to avoid common pitfalls, like dealing with caramel. Learn how to set your freeze dryer to candy mode and why it's crucial to avoid warming the trays if you're working with caramel-filled treats.
Key Highlights:
Setting Up: Wait for the initial 15-minute phase before placing Twix bars in the freeze dryer.
Post-Freeze Drying Care: Tips on how to firm the chocolate back up by refrigerating the bars before packaging.
Packaging Advice: Best practices for using silicone mats or parchment paper to ensure the bars don’t stick to the tray.
Whether you're a freeze-drying veteran or just starting out, this video has something for you. We also didn't show this step in the video, but we'll share how a quick chill in the fridge can make a big difference in handling the chocolate post-freeze drying.
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00:00 Intro
00:04 Freeze Dryer Settings
00:19 Unwrapping Twix
01:33 Cutting Twix into Thirds
02:35 Placing Twix on Trays
03:58 Twix Before Going into Machine
04:09 Candy Mode Settings
04:18 Twix After Coming out of Machine
04:21 Post Processing Tips and Tricks
05:46 Outro
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