Chocolate Ganache
Ganache is a French culinary term which refers to a smooth and velvety mixture of chocolate and cream.
This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 5.
Chocolate Ganache
Ingredients
Instructions
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Chop the dark chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl.
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Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
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Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for 1 minute.
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Stir the mixture until smooth and creamy.
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Add the butter, vanilla extract, and salt, and stir until the butter is melted and fully incorporated.
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Allow the ganache to cool for 10 minutes, then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until set.
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Once set, remove from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before using.
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Serve the chocolate ganache as a topping, filling, or sauce for desserts.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 18g6%
- Sugars 14g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
