Oil-based Chocolate Coloring (Orange)
Add a Bright Splash of Orange to Your Chocolate
Chefmaster Orange Oil-Based Coloring is made for chocolate, fondue, coatings, and other fat-based mixtures. Unlike water-based dyes, this oil-soluble color blends smoothly into melted chocolate without seizing or clumping. It can also be added directly to melted white chocolate in your Sephra Chocolate Fountain, creating a bright, themed curtain of color for events, parties, or displays. Add a few drops to white chocolate to create anything from soft peach tones to vibrant orange.
Ideal for dessert parlors, chocolatiers, and seasonal displays, this cheerful color is perfect for Halloween treats, autumn displays, citrus-inspired desserts, and summer menus. Whether you’re making pumpkin truffles, orange drizzle cakes, or themed buttercream, it gives a smooth, even finish that looks great on display.
How to Use Orange Oil-Based Coloring
Chefmaster Candy Color is highly concentrated, so start small and add one drop at a time, mixing well between each addition until you reach your desired shade. Use less for lighter peach tones or more for deep, bright orange.
If your chocolate thickens slightly while coloring, add a touch of cocoa butter or vegetable oil to keep the texture smooth.
Tip: Always use oil-based colorings when working with chocolate or cocoa butter. Water-based dyes can make chocolate seize or grainy, while oil-based colors mix evenly with fats for a consistent result.
Perfect for More Than Just Chocolate
This orange coloring isn’t limited to chocolate – it works anywhere you need strong, even color in a fat-based recipe.
Try it in:
• Cocoa butter – for painting or airbrushing decorations.
• Candy melts and coatings – great for Halloween cake pops and themed bars.
• Buttercream and icings – ideal for autumn leaves, pumpkin cupcakes, and citrus swirls.
• Fondue and ganache – bright, eye-catching finishes for dessert counters.
• Ice cream toppings – fun, summery colours for frozen desserts.
gluten free, vegetarian, vegan and HALAL diets (naturally suitable, not certified).
When multiple bottles are added the coloring may thicken the White Chocolate, results vary from brand to brand and freshness of chocolate. A little added vegetable oil or cocoa butter will alleviate this and return the fountain back to its optimal viscosity.
Allergen information: Contains Soy and may contain trace amounts of Egg Whites, due to common processing equipment.
Whilst every effort has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the product information provided, products and their ingredients may change. You are advised to always read the product label for ingredients, nutrition, dietary claims, and allergens.
Q: What type of chocolate does this work best with?
A: Oil-based coloring works best with white chocolate, as it gives a clean base for bright, true colors. In milk or dark chocolate, the natural cocoa color will overpower the dye, so the result will be a muted or brown shade rather than vibrant orange.
Q: Can I make lighter or darker shades?
A: Yes. Add a few drops for soft peach tones or more for bright orange. Mix gradually to control the depth of color.
Q: Why do oil-based colorings work better with chocolate?
A: Chocolate contains cocoa butter, which is fat. Oil-based colorings mix evenly with fats, giving smooth, glossy results. Water-based dyes can make chocolate seize or grainy.
Q: Does it affect the flavor?
A: No. It’s neutral and won’t alter the taste of your chocolate, fondue, or coating.
Q: What else can I use it for?
A: It’s great for cocoa butter, candy melts, buttercream, fondue, ganache, and ice cream toppings.
Q: How is the bottle sealed?
A: Each bottle has a mess-free twist-top cap and is heat-sealed for safety. Remove the seal before use.
Q: Can I mix different colours together?
A: Yes. Chefmaster Oil-Based Colorings can be mixed to create custom shades. Simply blend a few drops of each colour into your melted white chocolate or coating until you reach the tone you want. Mix small amounts first to test the result.
Q: I’ve noticed that some Chefmaster products contain glycerin. Is it derived from a plant or animal source?
A: The glycerin used in Chefmaster products is plant-based, making it suitable for vegan and vegetarian diets.
Q: How do you get food coloring off your skin?
A: Wash the affected area with soap and water, or use a soft scrub. Dish soap also works well to remove any remaining color.
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