Description
This simple yet luxurious chocolate ganache is the perfect topping or filling for cakes, cupcakes, tarts, and more. With just two ingredients, it’s incredibly easy to make and creates a smooth, rich chocolate coating that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
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1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
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Place the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl.
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In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer (do not let it come to a full boil).
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Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips. Let it sit for about 1-2 minutes to melt the chocolate.
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After the chocolate has softened, stir the mixture gently until it becomes smooth and glossy.
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Allow the ganache to cool for a few minutes before using. You can use it as a pourable topping, or let it sit longer to thicken and use as a frosting or filling.
- For a thicker ganache, let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for 30 minutes and whip before using.
Notes
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To make the ganache a bit shinier, you can add a tablespoon of butter to the mixture after the chocolate has melted.
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For a lighter ganache, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream, but the consistency will be thinner.
- If you want to flavor your ganache, add a splash of vanilla extract, espresso powder, or liquor such as rum or Baileys Irish Cream while mixing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert Topping
- Method: Heating, Stirring
- Cuisine: French