Basic Ganache

Ganache is a French term that originally referred to a smooth, rich, and velvety chocolate mixture used as a filling, glaze, or frosting.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 4.

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Basic Ganache

Cooking Method: Melting Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Low Carb Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 10 Calories: 1500

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Dark chocolate
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces.
2. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream and butter over low heat until it starts to simmer.
3. Remove from heat and pour the hot cream mixture over the chopped chocolate.
4. Let it sit for a minute, then stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
5. Stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Let the ganache cool at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
7. Cover the ganache with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until it thickens.
8. Once thickened, the ganache is ready to use as a glaze, filling, or frosting for cakes, cupcakes, or pastries.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 10g4%

Sugars 9g

Protein 1g2%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.