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Chocolate Ganache Recipe

Chocolate Ganache Recipe


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  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Rich chocolate ganache elevates desserts with its silky elegance, promising pure indulgence. Smooth chocolate bliss awaits as creamy textures melt seamlessly, inviting you to savor each luxurious spoonful.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 200 grams (7 ounces) dark chocolate
  • 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream

Secondary Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Flavor Enhancers:

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Finely dice high-quality chocolate into uniform pieces, ensuring even melting in a heat-resistant container.
  2. Warm heavy cream over medium heat until tiny bubbles form around the edges, carefully avoiding full boiling.
  3. Immediately pour hot cream over chocolate pieces, allowing mixture to rest undisturbed for 60 seconds to initiate melting process.
  4. Utilize a whisk to gently incorporate cream and chocolate, creating a smooth, glossy emulsion with consistent texture.
  5. Introduce room temperature butter into the mixture, stirring until completely integrated and providing rich, luxurious sheen.
  6. Incorporate pure vanilla extract, stirring to distribute delicate flavor throughout ganache.
  7. For glaze consistency, allow mixture to cool at room temperature for 10-15 minutes; for thicker spreadable texture, refrigerate for 30-45 minutes, periodically stirring to maintain uniform consistency.

Notes

  • Select high-quality chocolate with at least 60% cocoa solids for rich, intense flavor.
  • Use room temperature cream to ensure smooth and even melting when combined with chocolate.
  • Avoid overheating the cream, as it can cause chocolate to seize and become grainy.
  • For dairy-free version, replace heavy cream with coconut cream and use vegan chocolate.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 258 kcal
  • Sugar: 20 g
  • Sodium: 17 mg
  • Fat: 21 g
  • Saturated Fat: 13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 16 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 44 mg