Semisweet Chocolate Chips

Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container. If exposed to heat, chips may bloom (develop whitish coating) but remain safe to eat. Freezing prevents melting in warm climates.

For extra melty cookies, use a mix of chips and chopped chocolate bars

Toss chips in a little flour before adding to batter to prevent sinking in muffins and quick breads

Melts smoothly for ganache or chocolate sauce when combined with cream

Can be used in trail mix, pancakes, or as ice cream topping

Overheating when melting—use low heat or double boiler to prevent seizing

Using chips for tempering—they contain stabilizers that prevent proper tempering

Assuming all brands taste the same—quality varies significantly by cacao content and ingredients