Description
Indulge in the rich and velvety goodness of this easy Chocolate Ganache recipe. Perfect for glazing, frosting, or filling your favorite desserts.
Ingredients
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Ingredients for Chocolate Ganache:
- 8 oz semisweet or bittersweet chocolate (chopped)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chocolate Ganache: Place chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
- Heat the Cream: Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it simmers.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour hot cream over chocolate; let sit, then stir until smooth.
- Optional Additions: Stir in butter and vanilla extract if desired.
- Usage: Use warm for glaze, cool slightly for spreading, or refrigerate for firmer consistency.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best results.
- For a thicker ganache, use a 2:1 ratio of chocolate to cream.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
