No, you generally cannot use chocolate molds for hard candy.
Chocolate molds are typically made from materials like plastic or silicone that are not designed to withstand the high temperatures required for making hard candy. Hard candy making involves heating sugar to temperatures well above the melting point of chocolate, often around 300°F (149°C).
Here's a breakdown:
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Heat Resistance: Chocolate molds are designed for temperatures suitable for cooling chocolate, which is far lower than those used for hard candy. Exposing chocolate molds to hard candy temperatures can cause them to melt, warp, or release harmful chemicals.
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Material: Hard candy molds are commonly made from materials like metal (e.g., stainless steel) or specific types of high-temperature silicone that can safely handle the extreme heat.
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Mold Type: While you can use hard candy molds for chocolate, the reverse is generally not possible due to temperature limitations.
In short, using chocolate molds for hard candy is unsafe and will likely ruin the mold and potentially contaminate your candy. Always use molds specifically designed for hard candy making.
