DaCool Oil-Based Food Coloring Set — 18-Color Food Dye for Chocolate & Candy, 0.25oz Bottles, Vegan Allergen-Free

This set includes 18 vivid, ready-to-use oil-based shades in 0.25 fl oz bottles, designed to deliver strong, streak-free color when working with chocolate and other fat-based recipes. Because the dyes are oil-soluble, they disperse smoothly into chocolate, compound coating, butter-based icings and candy without seizing or thinning the texture. Each bottle lists its exact ingredients and the formula is free from common allergens and animal products, making it a flexible choice for many bakers and confectioners.

How do these oil colors perform with chocolate and candy melts?

Oil-based dyes are formulated to blend into fats and oils rather than water, so they integrate into melted chocolate and candy coatings without causing separation. They produce saturated, consistent tones and maintain the chocolate’s glossy finish when used sparingly and evenly.

• Add drops to fully melted chocolate or candy melts, stir until uniform.
• Start with one or two drops and increase to reach desired intensity.
• Use at room temperature to avoid condensation and bloom after setting.

Which colors are included and how concentrated are they?

The collection features 18 popular and specialty shades—Pink, Blush, Red, Aubergine, Baby Blue, Yellow, Orange, Blue, Teal, Taro Purple, Purple, Grass Green, Fruit Green, Green, Dark Green, Dark Blue, Black and Brown. Each color is highly concentrated so a small amount goes a long way, giving you dense shades without watering down your mixture.

• 18 bottles x 0.25 fl oz—compact for precise dosing and storage.
• High pigment load reduces the need for large volumes of dye.
• Clear labeling on each bottle lists ingredients for allergen awareness.

Are these safe and suitable for dietary restrictions?

DaCool oil-based food dyes are formulated to be odorless and tasteless so they do not alter flavor. The set is vegan and free from gluten, dairy, sugar, peanuts, tree nuts and soy, and ingredient lists are printed on each bottle for transparency.

• Vegan-friendly and free from several common allergens.
• Tasteless formula to preserve recipe flavor profiles.
• Not intended for water-based recipes, drinks or dilution in beverages.

What practical tips help achieve the best results?

Use the dyes sparingly and test on small batches to control shade depth. Because they are oil-based, avoid adding to batters or frostings that rely on water emulsions to prevent separation; instead use for buttercream, ganache, fondant or chocolate coatings.

• Mix thoroughly into fully melted or well-emulsified fat-based mixtures.
• Allow colored chocolate to set at room temperature to preserve shine.
• Store bottles upright in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Who is this for: Bakers, chocolatiers, candy makers and home decorators who work with oil-rich ingredients and need reliable, vibrant colors. It’s ideal for anyone decorating cakes, macarons, fondant, buttercreams, candy melts, molded chocolates or DIY edible crafts for holidays and special occasions. If you need a water-dilutable food gel or drink-safe dye, choose a water-based product instead—this DaCool set is optimized specifically for oil-based applications.

Ingredients

food-grade ingredient