- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 300 kcal
Quick summary
“Delicious creamy chocolate ganache, perfect for sweets and desserts. Its creamy texture and intense flavor guarantee an irresistibly tasty dish.”
What you need to know
Ganache is a versatile base for many sweets - Easy and quick recipe - Creamy texture and intense flavor - Uses common, high-quality ingredients - Has appropriate preparation and cooking time
Ingredients
Main
- 200g of chopped bittersweet chocolate
- 200ml of heavy cream
Instructions
Principal
- Start by heating the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat, but do not let it boil.
- Remove the pot from the heat as soon as it starts to release steam.
- Add the chopped chocolate to the hot heavy cream.
- Let the chocolate rest for about 2 minutes to melt.
- With the spatula, gently mix until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is homogeneous.
- If you want a more liquid ganache, add more heavy cream; for a firmer consistency, let cool to room temperature before using.
- Transfer the ganache to a container and cover with plastic wrap, pressing to prevent air from entering.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before using.
Chef's tips
Add more heavy cream for a runnier ganache, less for a more consistent one - Cover the ganache with plastic wrap to prevent drying - Wait 1 hour for the ganache to cool before using -
Variations
Add vanilla or spices for extra flavor - Add dried fruits for texture and flavor - Add chopped nuts for texture and flavor -
Substitutions
Substitute semi-sweet chocolate with white chocolate for a smoother ganache - Use evaporated milk instead of heavy cream for a creamier ganache - Substitute heavy cream with powdered milk for a more consistent ganache
How to store
Let it sit at room temperature for 1 hour before using to ensure perfect texture and flavor. Leave at room temperature for 1 hour before freezing.
Can it be frozen?
Não pode ser congelada diretamente. Leave at room temperature for 1 hour before freezing. Thaw at room temperature or at 39°F (4°C) for 30 minutes before using.
What to serve with
Ganache can be served alone or with ice cream - Ganache can be used in balm for sweets - Ganache can be used in an ice cream bowl for creating sweets
Frequently asked questions
How do I make a more consistent ganache?
Let the ganache cool to room temperature before using for a more consistent ganache.
Can ganache be frozen?
No, ganache cannot be frozen directly. Leave at room temperature for 1 hour before freezing.
What is ganache?
Ganache is a chocolate and milk base that can be used in many desserts.
What is the amount of ganache per serving?
The amount of ganache per serving is approximately 80g.
How do I make ganache more liquid?
Add more heavy cream for a runnier ganache.
