Chocolate Ganache 101: Easy Recipe & Drip Tips for All Bakers
This article provides an easy guide on how to make chocolate ganache, along with tips for achieving the perfect drip.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it begins to simmer.
- Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for a few minutes.
- Add the butter if using, and stir until smooth and fully combined.
- Let the ganache cool before using for drips.
Notes
- For a thicker ganache, use more chocolate.
- Experiment with different types of chocolate for varied flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg