Simple Chocolate Ganache Recipe

chocolate ganache recipe as a glaze on chocolate eclairs

Simple Chocolate Ganache Recipe

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This chocolate ganache recipe will guide you to a luscious and indulgent ganache that is equally beautiful as it is delicious! Learn how to make chocolate ganache to be used in 3 different ways – as a glaze, piped, or whipped frosting.

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 5

Total Time: 15

Servings: 1 1/2 cups

By: Sharon Lachendro

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Ingredients

8 oz. semi-sweet chocolate bars finely chopped
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons unsalted butter room temperature (optional)

Instructions

Place the chopped chocolate in a medium heat-proof bowl and set aside.
Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it just comes to a simmer - do not boil!
When the cream is hot, pour it over the chocolate, making sure all the chocolate is covered by the hot cream. Let it sit for 5 minutes before stirring.
Whisk the chocolate and cream together until the chocolate is completely melted and the ganache is nice and smooth. Stir in the room temperature butter until incorporated.
The ganache can be used as a dip right away or cool for 5 minutes to let it thicken/firm up a bit.
If using as a glaze, cool for 10 minutes before pouring over your baked goods. For piped chocolate ganache, cool to room temperature before piping. To make whipped chocolate ganache, cool to room temperature then whip with a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy.

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Notes

For best results, use high-quality chocolate.
For dairy free and vegan chocolate ganache, use dairy free chocolate and Silk Heavy Cream Alternative or Full-Fat Canned Coconut Milk in place of the heavy cream and omit the butter.