double boiler

noun

: a cooking utensil consisting of two saucepans fitting together so that the contents of the upper can be cooked or heated by boiling water in the lower

Example Sentences

Melt the chocolate in a double boiler.

Recent Examples on the Web

Meanwhile, melt white chocolate in a double boiler or on 50% power in microwave, stirring every 60 seconds, until smooth. —Torie Cox, Country Living, 27 Feb. 2023

In the stainless-steel bowl (for the double boiler) whisk together the sugar and egg yolks until thoroughly combined, then whisk in the chocolate mixture. —Tribune News Service, cleveland, 2 Aug. 2021

Make the ganache: In a double boiler, melt chocolate and butter with espresso, if using. —Aleksandra Crapanzano, WSJ, 30 Sep. 2022

In the top of a double boiler filled with water set over medium-high heat, melt the chocolate chips and butter. —Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 4 Dec. 2022

Make your own double boiler by placing the metal bowl of a stand mixer over simmering water. —Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Nov. 2022

Seizing can happen when chocolate is melted in a double boiler, as water from the steam can get into the chocolate. —Alice Chi Phung, Discover Magazine, 4 Mar. 2014

Bring water to boiling in a double boiler or a large pot under a heat-resistant mixing bowl. —Averi Baudler, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Aug. 2022

Place all ingredients in a double boiler over medium heat. —Abigail Abesamis Demarest, Forbes, 26 Apr. 2022

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Word History

First Known Use

1864, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

double boiler

noun

: a kitchen utensil consisting of two saucepans fitting together so that the contents of the upper can be cooked or heated by boiling water in the lower