Question:

I would appreciate directions for fruit dipped in chocolate that contains paraffin or some ingredient that will prevent it (chocolate) from becoming a melted mess in our semi-tropical climate.

Answer:

Using paraffin wax in chocolate:

Use 1/4 bar (1-ounce) paraffin wax per 1 (12-ounce) package of semisweet chocolate chips.

I use this also when making Christmas candies. Just melt it with the chocolate in the top of a double boiler over hot water.