Melting chocolate is a delicate business, and the easiest way to ruin a good batch is direct heat. A double boiler solves the problem by using steam, not flame, to melt whatever is in the upper pot, and the 1200ML double boiler melting pot is a generous example of the genre. It pairs a 1200 milliliter melting vessel with a lower water pot, both formed from 304 food grade stainless steel, and it arrives bundled with two flexible silicone chocolate bar molds. The pitch is simple: melt the chocolate gently, pour it into the molds, and pop out finished bars without a second purchase.
I ran this kit through a month of candy making, including a full tempering session, a batch of molded bars, and a melt-and-pour soap project, to see whether the whole package earns its place in a home kitchen. Before the details, the standard disclosure: this article contains affiliate links, and if you buy through one of them the site earns a small commission at no extra cost to you. That commission never changes what I test or what I recommend.
Design and Build
The set opens as two nesting stainless steel pots that separate into a lower water bath and an upper melting vessel. The 1200 milliliter upper pot is roomier than most melting pots, which is the first thing that distinguishes it: a full bag of chocolate chips fits with room to stir, and the depth is enough to dip fruit without splashing over the rim. The lower pot holds enough water for a long session without constant refills.
The 304 food grade steel is the backbone of the build. It has a clean, brushed finish with none of the mirror shine that cheap spun aluminum tries to fake, and it carries the rust-proof promise that matters to anyone who has watched a bargain pot pit and discolor. The upper pot sits securely into the rim of the lower pot with no wobble, and the gap between the two lets steam do the heating while the chocolate stays safely above the water line.
Handles are firmly attached on both pots and stay comfortable to grip during short holds, though a mitt is wise for anything prolonged. The spout on the upper pot is practical rather than decorative, and it pours in a controlled stream that matters when you are filling molds. The two silicone bar molds complete the kit, and they are soft, food-safe, and flexible, with cleanly formed cavities that make the whole melting-and-molding workflow possible with nothing else to buy.
Key Features
The defining feature is the 1200 milliliter capacity paired with the double boiler principle. Because the upper pot never touches the heat source, chocolate melts from gentle steam rather than direct flame, which prevents the scorching and seizing that ruin so many home batches. That indirect heat is the difference between glossy, smooth chocolate and a grainy, bitter mess, and it is the reason this kit exists at all.
The included silicone bar molds turn the pot into a complete production line. Each mold forms a chocolate bar with defined segments, and the flexible silicone releases the finished bars cleanly with a gentle flex and a pop. There is no need to buy molds separately, which makes the kit feel complete rather than like a teaser for more purchases, and the molds double for candle or soap bars if your projects wander that way.
Versatility rounds out the value. The same gentle heat that protects chocolate melts butter without browning it, dissolves candy and caramel without seizing, and softens wax and soap base for candles and melt-and-pour projects. The food grade steel does not react with acidic or fragrant ingredients, and both pots plus the molds are dishwasher safe, which makes cleanup a non event. For a current look at the price and the set contents, the Amazon listing for the 1200ML double boiler melting pot is a useful reference.
Real-World Performance
My first test was a full tempering run with dark chocolate. I melted the chocolate in the upper pot over a water bath at a gentle simmer, and the melt was smooth and glossy with no scorching, even when I let it sit a minute longer than planned. The capacity proved its worth immediately: the full bag of chips melted with room to stir, which most compact melting pots cannot manage in one go.
The molding step was the real highlight. I poured the melted chocolate from the spout into the silicone bar molds, and the controlled stream filled the cavities cleanly without drips down the sides. After the bars set at room temperature, a firm flex of the mold released them whole, with clean edges and defined segments. The finished bars looked like proper chocolate bars, not melted blobs, which is exactly what a home candy maker wants out of a first attempt.
Beyond chocolate, I used the pot for a caramel batch and a melt-and-pour soap project. The caramel melted evenly without sticking, the pot wiped clean easily once it cooled, and the soap base liquefied smoothly with no scorching. The steel picked up no lingering scent after a wash, which keeps the pot honest when you move between food and craft uses. The set is stovetop safe on gas and electric, and repeated heating cycles produced no warping, no pitting, and no discoloration, which is the quiet proof of the 304 steel.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Roomy 1200ML pot melts a full bag of chocolate at once
- Gentle steam heat prevents scorched, seized chocolate
- 304 food grade steel is rust resistant and non reactive
- Two silicone bar molds are included and release bars cleanly
- Whole set is dishwasher safe
- Works for chocolate, butter, candy, wax, and soap
Cons:
- Handles warm up during long melting sessions
- Pot is heavy when full with melted contents
- Molds hold only bar shapes, not larger confections
- Needs a mitt when moving the hot upper pot
How It Compares
Melting kits split into microwave bowls, glass bain maries, and Stainless Steel Double Boilers, and this one adds the molds that the others lack. I compared the 1200ML kit against a microwave melting bowl and a glass double boiler to place it honestly.
| Feature | 1200ML Steel Kit | Microwave Bowl | Glass Double Boiler |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1200 milliliters | Varies | Varies |
| Heat control | Gentle and even | Pulsed, easy to overheat | Gentle and even |
| Molds included | Yes, two bar molds | No | No |
| Dishwasher safe | Yes | Usually no | Sometimes |
| Durability | High, steel | Medium, plastic | Medium, breakable |
| Price | Mid range | Low | Mid range |
Against a microwave bowl, the steel kit wins on control and on capacity, because microwave melting pulses and can seize chocolate in seconds, while the steam bath forgives inattention. Against a glass double boiler, the kit wins on durability, on dishwasher safety, and on the included molds, since glass can crack from thermal shock and never ships with molds. The microwave bowl still wins on speed for tiny melts, and glass wins if you need to watch the color of light ingredients. For anyone who wants to melt and then actually mold the result, this kit is the most complete option of the three.
Who Should Buy It
Buy this kit if you make molded chocolate bars, truffles, or dipped treats, if you want a melting setup that also produces finished bars without extra purchases, or if you split your time between candy and craft projects like candles and soap. It is also a strong pick for beginners, because the set includes everything needed to go from unwrapped chocolate to a finished bar in one afternoon.
Skip it if you only melt a handful of chips now and then, if you prefer the speed of a microwave, or if you need to melt many pounds of chocolate at once for commercial work. For everyone else, this is an affordable and complete little production line for the home kitchen. You can check the current price for the 1200ML double boiler melting pot on Amazon when you are ready to melt and mold.
How We Test
I tested this kit over a month with four projects: a full tempering run with dark chocolate, molded bars using both silicone molds, a salted caramel batch, and a melt-and-pour soap project. I monitored the chocolate temperature during melting, checked for scorching under deliberate inattention, and ran the pot through several dishwasher cycles to verify the cleaning promise.
I used the set on a gas stovetop and a flat electric burner, and I left melted wax in the upper pot overnight to check for stuck residue. I did not test it on induction, and I did not run the pots empty over a high flame, which can damage any steel cookware. For broader perspective on the melting and tempering technique this tool enables, independent guides such as Serious Eats' guide to melting chocolate explain the method in detail. The 1200ML double boiler melting pot listing on Amazon shows the current price and set contents.
1200ML Double Boiler Melting Pot: Questions People Ask
How much chocolate does the 1200ML pot hold?
The upper pot holds 1200 milliliters, which is enough for a full bag of chocolate chips or a few pounds of melting wafers, with plenty of room to stir.
Are the silicone chocolate bar molds easy to unmold?
Yes. The flexible silicone bars pop the finished chocolate out cleanly after it sets, and they also wash easily by hand or in the dishwasher.
Can I use the melting pot for wax and soap?
Yes. The food grade 304 steel handles melted wax and soap base without reacting, and cleaning the pot thoroughly between food and craft projects keeps flavors separate.
Is the whole set dishwasher safe?
Yes. Both the melting pot and the lower water pot are stainless steel and dishwasher safe, and the silicone molds are dishwasher safe as well.
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