Description
A rich and creamy chocolate mixture perfect for glazes, fillings, or frostings in various desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for whipped ganache)
- 1 cup heavy cream (for whipped ganache)
Instructions
- For Chocolate Ganache Glaze: In a medium heatproof bowl, combine 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1/3 cup of heavy cream. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water or microwave for about 30 seconds. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using as a glaze.
- For Whipped Chocolate Ganache: In a medium heatproof bowl, combine 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1 cup of heavy cream. Place over simmering water or microwave for about 30 seconds, stirring until smooth. Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for 1-2 hours. Whip with a hand mixer until light and fluffy.
Notes
Use good quality chocolate for the best flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg