Chocolate ganache

Chocolate ganache is a rich and decadent treat that can be used in a variety of ways. Whether you're looking to make a simple chocolate truffle or an over-the-top cake filling, ganache is the way to go. But what is this rich chocolate concoction, and where did it come from?

Ganache is made by combining chocolate and cream in a ratio of two-parts chocolate to one-part cream. This mixture is then heated until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. Once cooled, ganache can be used in a variety of ways.

One of the most popular uses for ganache is as a chocolate truffle filling. To make truffles, the ganache is first refrigerated until it is firm enough to roll into balls. Once rolled, the truffles can be dipped in chocolate or left plain.

Advice

Making chocolate ganache is easy and requires just two ingredients - chocolate and heavy cream. Begin by finely chopping the chocolate and place it in a medium-sized bowl. In a separate saucepan, heat the cream until it's just about to boil. Pour the cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for a few minutes. Once the cream and chocolate have had a chance to get acquainted, stir them together until the mixture is completely smooth. Finally, let the chocolate ganache cool to room temperature before using it. My advice for making chocolate ganache is to add a pinch of salt to the mixture to enhance its flavor. Additionally, be sure to use good quality chocolate for the best results.

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Chocolate Ganache

  • heavy cream
  • heavy cream
  • dark chocolate
  • milk chocolate block
  • white chocolate block
  • chocolate truffle
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Chocolate Ganache With Black Sesame and Miso

  • CHOCOLATE BLACK-SESAME STREUSEL
  • micro herb
  • dutch cocoa powder
  • all purpose flour
  • black sesame seed
  • dark chocolate
  • salt
  • demerara sugar
  • light brown sugar
  • butter
  • SESAME-MISO CREAM
  • heavy cream
  • milk
  • powdered gelatin
  • sweet miso
  • honey
  • black sesame paste
  • GANACHE
  • butter
  • light corn syrup
  • heavy cream
  • dark chocolate

Ingredient Breakdown

 
heavy cream
dark chocolate
butter
bittersweet chocolate
semisweet chocolate
coffee granule
semi sweet chocolate chip
white chocolate
soy milk
dark chocolate chip
milk chocolate block
white chocolate block
chocolate truffle
vanilla extract
corn syrup
bittersweet vahlrona chocolate
cake flour
sugar
egg
yolk
milk chocolate chip
white chocolate chip
chocolate
micro herb
milk
powdered gelatin
light corn syrup
dutch cocoa powder
all purpose flour
black sesame seed
sweet miso
honey
salt
demerara sugar
light brown sugar
black sesame paste
flavoring

Insights

Staple Ingredients

  • heavy cream 69%

Rarey Ingredients

  • heavy cream 69%