Quick Answer: Can you double boil with a plastic bowl?

Can you put plastic in a double boiler?

You definitely need to raise the bottle off the pot! As Rick said, otherwise the plastic will stick to the pot. But there is another problem: when the water boils under the bottle it will form a bubble of steam, and things can get very ‘interesting’ then.

What can I use if I don’t have a double boiler?

Substitute for Double Boiler



The best double boiler substitute that you can use is to use a small pot or saucepan with a small base, as the bottom half of the boiler. Now pour water into the pot until it is filled one or two inch from the bottom. Place it over the stove and let it come to a gentle boil.

Can you put a glass bowl over boiling water?

Step 2: Stack a metal or glass bowl on top of a saucepan, making sure the bowl fits snugly. What’s inside won’t burn or stick because the steam from the simmering water will heat the bowl gently and evenly. Just make sure the water doesn’t touch the bottom of the bowl.

How do you double boil wax?

The Double Boiler



Place your wax in a smaller pan, glass bowl, or pouring jug. Put your smaller pan, glass bowl or pouring jug in the large pan and heat over medium heat until your wax has melted. Do not let your wax exceed 80°C. Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature of your war.

Can you use microwave instead of double boiler?

The Technique: Microwave



If simmering water and makeshift double boilers sound fussy, don’t despair. Each and every expert we spoke to is completely okay with using the microwave. It’s faster and less messy, and may be the best option if you need to quickly melt a small amount of chocolate.

Can I use a crockpot instead of a double boiler?

To use as a double boiler, fill the slow cooker three-fourths with water and heat on high. Once the water has warmed, use the same way as a double boiler—like gently placing a glass bowl of chocolate over the water and stirring the chocolate to melt.