Back to Basics PC17585 User manual

User’s Guide
MICROWAVE APPLE DIPPER
©2007 Back to Basics®, a Brand of Focus Electrics, LLC
Bluffdale, UT 84065
www.focuselectrics.com

THANK YOU for choosing the Back to Basics®Microwave
Apple Dipper. Now you can create and enjoy gourmet dipped apples
and other treats at home.
Your new Microwave Apple Dipper is warranted to be free from man-
ufacturing defects for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase.
For warranty service, please contact the Focus Electrics Customer
Service Department at 1-866-290-1851 or by e-mail at
[email protected]. The manufacturer reserves the right to
replace or repair the item at its sole discretion. This warranty does
not cover damage by misuse, abuse, accident, or negligence. A
purchase receipt is required before warranty service is rendered.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Do not use the Microwave Apple Dipper for other than intended•
use.
Only use in microwave; do not use on stove-top or in oven.•
Use hot pads/oven mitts to remove bowl from microwave; bowl•
may be hotter than contents.
Use caution during use - melted candy is very hot and can cause•
severe burns.
Do not put leftover melted candy down the sink drain or in the•
garbage disposal.
USE AND CARE
Priortorstuseandafteruse:handwashdippingbowl,lidand•
dipping utensil in warm, soapy water. Use a non-abrasive clean-
ing product only. Rinse thoroughly and completely dry all parts.
Do NOT wash in the dishwasher.•
After cooking, if melted candy remains in the bowl, microwave•
on “low” power until melted. Use the pouring spouts on the
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dipping bowl’s top edge to pour candy into a dish or into a gar-
bage container. Do not put melted candy down the sink drain or
in the garbage disposal.
MELTING INSTRUCTIONS
ToMeltCaramels:usea14-ouncebagofcaramels.Unwrap1.
each piece and place in the dipping bowl. Add water per
microwave directions on caramel package. Place cover on
dipping bowl. Microwave per package instructions until
caramels are completely melted.
ToMeltChocolate/CandyChips:usea12-ouncebagof2.
chocolatechipsorotheravoredbakingchips.Placeindipping
bowl. Cover with lid. Microwave per package instructions.
ToMeltBakingChocolateBars:breakbarsinhalf.Place3.
desired amount in dipping bowl, cover and microwave per
package directions.
HELPFUL TIPS
Dipping Bowl has two pour spouts/indentations on the top edge.1.
Use to slowly drizzle melted candy over apples or other foods
such as cakes, brownies and cookies. These pour spouts are
also great for emptying the dipping bowl and as a support for
the apple stick during the candy-coating process.
A dipping Fork/Utensil is included with the Apple Dipper. Use2.
this for dipping smaller food items and pretzel twists.
AppleSelection:Useaslightlytart,crispapple.“Fuji”apples3.
make great dipped apples because of their crispness, sweet
slightlyspicyavorandgreatholdingpower.“GrannySmith”
applesaremoretartandprovideagoodcontrastofavorswith
sweetertoppings.Trydifferentapplevarietiestondyour
favorite or use a selection of apple types with different
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Never allow water/moisture to come in contact with melting4.
chocolate. Water can make chocolate “seize up” and become
stiff and lumpy. Be sure all utensils and cooking supplies are dry.
Never use water or other liquid to “thin” chocolate. Only use5.
vegetable oil or as directed on the chocolate package or recipe.
Whitechocolateorvanillamilkchipsarethemostdifcultto6.
melt. Too much heat can cause candy to “seize up” as
described in #4 above. Melt as directed on package.
Do not overheat. Chocolate and other candy ingredients can7.
scorch easily. Microwave for short periods, checking frequently
for desired consistency. Microwave in “seconds” - not “minutes”.
Follow directions on candy packages for best results.8.
Baking chips and baking chocolate bars may appear formed and9.
notmeltedafterheating.Stirtomakeuidandasmoothconsis-
tency.
CARAMEL DIPPED APPLE INSTRUCTIONS
Wash apples and dry thoroughly as moisture will prevent candy1.
from adhering to the peel.
Remove stems and push a wooden stick into top of each apple.2.
Note:sticksareincludedinpackagesofcaramelsorcanbe
purchased separately.
Cover a large plate or cookie sheet with waxed paper. Lightly3.
grease with butter or margarine and set aside.
Melt Caramels as directed above. Pick up apple by the stick4.
and slowly immerse apple straight down into the melted cara-
mel. When evenly covered, gently pull apple up. Hold above
dipping bowl and let excess caramel drip back into the bowl.
Scrape excess caramel off bottom of apple with a table knife or
spatula. Place apple on prepared plate or cookie sheet.
Repeat for all apples or until all caramel is completely used.5.
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It may be necessary to spoon caramel over the last apples as
the amount of dipping caramel is reduced.
Place dipped apples in refrigerator to cool for at least 1 hour6.
or until ready to serve. Remove from refrigerator and let stand
at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving. Store any
remaining dipped apples in refrigerator.
CHOCOLATE DOUBLE-DIPPED APPLE INSTRUCTIONS
Prepare apples and coat in caramel per instructions above.1.
Refrigerate caramel dipped apples for at least 15 minutes
before dipping in chocolate.
Melt Chocolate Chips or Baking Chocolate Bars using melting2.
instructions above. Refer to directions on the chocolate
package for microwave power/temperature and time
requirements.Differentbrandsvarysofollowspecicpackage
instructions for each type of chocolate used.
Repeat steps 4 through 6 in Caramel Dipped Apple3.
Instructions above.
GOURMET APPLE TOPPINGS AND DECORATIONS
Turn your caramel or double-dipped apples into special gourmet
treats! Just cover or decorate using the following toppings for
professional looking (and great tasting!) dessert confections.
Terricforentertainingandspecialfamilytreats.Orwrapinclear
food wrap, tie with a ribbon bow around the stick and you have a
great gift for friends and family!
Directions: After removing apple from caramel or chocolate, im-
mediately roll apple in topping or sprinkle over the apple. If desired,
gently press topping into the melted candy coating.
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Chopped Nuts, Cashews or Peanuts - use different nuts mixed1.
together for a “Mixed Nut” treat.
CrushedorChoppedCandyBars-toffeebarsaddawonderfulavor!2.
Candy Sprinkles - seasonal colors add a special holiday look.3.
Mini Candy-Coated Chocolates and Peanut Butter Pieces -4.
addspecialcolorsandavors
Cinnamon Sugar - great on caramel apples coated in white5.
chocolate
CrushedSandwichCookies-addsavor,colorandtexture6.
Crushed Hard Candy - peppermints create a unique look and7.
adda“mint”avortochocolate
Gummy Worms - especially fun for kids of all ages!8.
Additional Apple Decorating Tips:
Be creative! Use these other decorating ideas or come up with
your own special creations.
For an extra special apple, roll in nuts after caramel coating1.
and then dip in chocolate.
When double-dipping, do not completely coat the apple with2.
chocolate. Leave a band of caramel showing around the top
1/3 of the apple.
Use prepared frosting in tubes with a decorator tip to add3.
designs around the top of the apple or from top to bottom.
Using melted chocolate, gently drizzle with a spoon from the4.
top of the apple down over the sides or drizzle in a random
patternovertheentireapple.Useadifferentcolorandavor
of chocolate or try peanut butter or butterscotch chips to add
specialavors.
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Suggested Toppings:

RECIPES
OTHER GOURMET DIPPED TREATS
Fresh and dried fruits, pretzels in all shapes and sizes, cake cubes,
marshmallows, and whole nuts are great dipping foods for special
treats and gifts. Use suggested apple toppings above for additional
toppings to be applied immediately after dipping.
A Dipping Fork/Utensil is included with the Apple Dipper. Use this
for small food items and pretzel twists. Place a whole berry or
nut(s) in the Dipping Fork’s “basket” and slowly immerse in melted
candy. Let excess candy drip back into the Dipping Bowl. Place
dipped item on waxed paper lined cookie sheet. For Pretzel Twists,
hook the top loops of the pretzel over the fork tines of the utensil.
Lower the pretzel into the melted candy to desired depth; lift it out
slowly, allowing excess candy to drip back into the Dipping Bowl.
Other foods can be hand dipped by holding the top and only
dipping a portion of the item.
Suggested Dipping Foods:
Strawberries and other whole berries1.
Fresh Apple, Pear, Nectarine and Kiwi slices2.
DriedFruits:Apples,Apricots(especiallygoodpartiallydipped3.
in dark chocolate) and Pineapple
Pretzels:MiniTwists,TwistsandRods4.
Marshmallows - whole, large size5.
Candy:MiniCandyCanesorotherhardcandyfruitsticks6.
Cookies and Graham Crackers7.
Angel Food Cake Cubes8.
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