Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent world of homemade Chocolate Ganache. This velvety-smooth mixture of chocolate and cream can be used as a glaze, frosting, filling, or even whipped into truffles. Elevate your desserts with this easy-to-make chocolate delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Ganache:
- 8 ounces semi-sweet or dark chocolate, finely chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, room temperature (optional, for extra shine)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ganache: Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
- Melt the Chocolate: Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to melt the chocolate.
- Final Touches: Stir in the butter if using, until fully incorporated. Let the ganache cool slightly before pouring or spreading as desired.
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer — do not let it boil.
Gently whisk the mixture starting from the center and working outward until the chocolate is completely melted and the ganache is smooth and glossy.
For a pourable glaze, use while warm; for frosting or piping, allow the ganache to cool and thicken to the desired consistency.
Notes
- For flavored ganache, add a splash of liqueur, vanilla extract, or espresso.
- Store leftover ganache in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week and gently rewarm as needed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
