Description
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of this Easy Chocolate Ganache. Perfect for glazing cakes or frosting cupcakes, this versatile recipe will elevate your desserts with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Ganache:
- 8 ounces semi-sweet or dark chocolate (chopped or chips)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ganache: Place the chopped chocolate in a heat-safe bowl.
- Finish the Ganache: Stir in vanilla extract and salt if desired. Use warm for glazing or cool slightly for spreading.
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it simmers. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate, let it sit, then stir until smooth.
Notes
- For a pourable glaze, use ganache while warm.
- For a thicker frosting, let it cool or refrigerate until spreadable.
- Whip cooled ganache for a fluffy texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
