Best 4 Pro Ganache Recipes
Indulge your taste buds in the luscious world of ganache, a culinary masterpiece that seamlessly blends chocolate and cream to create a symphony of flavors. This versatile confection holds a prominent place in the pastry chef's repertoire, serving as a delectable filling for cakes, tarts, and bonbons, a glossy glaze for tortes and mousses, and a rich, velvety sauce to accompany fresh berries and fruits.
Our curated collection of ganache recipes caters to every taste and skill level, from the classic dark chocolate ganache to the exotic white chocolate passion fruit ganache. Each recipe offers a detailed guide, ensuring that even novice bakers can achieve ganache perfection. Dive into the sensual delight of chocolate and cream, and elevate your desserts to new heights of culinary artistry.
HOW TO MAKE CHOCOLATE GANACHE
You only need 2 ingredients and a few minutes to make pure chocolate ganache. For ganache success, I encourage you to read the troubleshooting tips above and recipe notes below before beginning.
Provided by Sally
Categories Dessert
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Place chopped chocolate in a medium heat-proof bowl. Heat the cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to gently simmer. (Do not let it come to a rapid boil- that's too hot!) Pour over chocolate, then let it sit for 2-3 minutes to gently soften the chocolate.
- With a metal spoon or small rubber spatula, very slowly stir until completely combined and chocolate has melted. The finer you chopped the chocolate, the quicker it will melt with the cream. If it's not melting, do not microwave it. See Troubleshooting Chocolate Ganache in blog post above.
- Ganache can be ready to use as a drizzle or you can let it sit at room temperature to cool and thicken. It will fully cool within 2 hours. Refrigerating speeds this up, but the ganache will not cool evenly. Stir it a few times as it sets in the refrigerator so it remains even and smooth.
- Once completely cool and thick, the ganache can be piped with a piping tip or scooped with a spoon. You can also beat the cooled thickened ganache with a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment until light in color and texture, about 4 minutes on medium-high speed.
- Cover tightly and store ganache in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Once ganache cools completely, you can cover it tightly and freeze it for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator. To rewarm or thin out again, stir constantly over low heat on the stove in either (1) a double boiler or (2) in a heatproof bowl placed over a pot of simmering water. Don't let the bottom of the bowl touch the simmering water.
CHOCOLATE GANACHE
Steps:
- Cook the chocolate chips, heavy cream, and instant coffee in the top of a double boiler over simmering water until smooth and warm, stirring occasionally.
CHOCOLATE GANACHE CAKE
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Butter and flour an 8-inch round cake pan, then line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time. Mix in the chocolate syrup and vanilla. Add the flour and mix until just combined. Don't overbeat, or the cake will be tough.
- Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until just set in the middle. Don't overbake! Let cool thoroughly in the pan.
- For the ganache, cook the heavy cream, chocolate chips, and instant coffee in the top of a double boiler over simmering water until smooth and warm, stirring occasionally.
- Place the cake upside down on a wire rack and pour the glaze evenly over the top, making sure to cover the entire cake and sides. You can tilt the rack to smooth the glaze. Decorate with candied violets, if desired, or gently crumble the gold leaf and place it on the center of the cake. Do not refrigerate.
PERFECT CHOCOLATE GANACHE + HOW TO GLAZE A CAKE!
This is chocolate ganache is really easy and you only need two ingredients! Pour it over cakes or let it cool and frost your cupcakes with it! The first time I made ganache I screwed it up because I stirred it too soon. I also measured the chocolate chips all wrong because (don't laugh) I thought; 8oz = 1 cup, nope; it's actually a weight measurement. Chocolate chips usually come in 12 oz bags, so use 2/3 of the bag (which is roughly 1 1/3 cup measured). This tutorial will save you from my past pitfalls and before you know it, you'll be pouring ganache over everything you can get your hands on! Note: If you want more ganache, use the full 12 oz bag and 12 oz (1 1/2 cups) of whipping cream.
Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com
Categories Easy
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Bring heavy cream to a simmer on the stove top, stirring occasionally. Just as soon as you see a simmer, remove from heat and poor over chocolate chips, swirling the bowl to make sure all chips are covered.
- Place lid on chocolate chips to trap the heat and let sit undisturbed (no mixing) for 5 minutes. Remove lid and swirl the chocolate chips with a whisk starting in the center and working outward until smooth. It will turn into velvety ganache right before your eyes and you'll get excited.
- Once it's velvety, let it sit uncovered at room temperature (70˚F) for about 15 minutes before pouring it over your cake. It was perfect for glazing the entire surface of a cake roll after 15 minutes (it should coat a spoon nicely when ready for cake coverage - set your timer!).
- Place cake on a wire rack over a rimmed platter or rimmed baking sheet. Pour your ganache evenly over the top of your cake until desired coverage is reached. You can lift up the wire rack and re-use the chocolate ganache that drips onto the platter.
Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of your chocolate will directly impact the flavor of your ganache. Use a chocolate that is at least 60% cacao content and has a smooth, rich flavor.
- Heat the cream slowly: Do not boil the cream, as this can cause it to curdle. Instead, heat it over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it just begins to simmer.
- Add the chocolate to the cream in small increments: This will help to prevent the chocolate from seizing. Add the chocolate a little at a time, stirring constantly, until it is completely melted and smooth.
- Let the ganache cool slightly before using: This will allow it to thicken and become more stable. You can speed up the cooling process by placing the ganache in an ice bath.
- Use ganache in a variety of desserts: Ganache can be used to fill cakes, cupcakes, and pastries. It can also be used as a frosting, glaze, or dip for fruit and cookies.
Conclusion:
Ganache is a versatile and delicious chocolate frosting that can be used in a variety of desserts. By following these tips, you can make a perfect ganache that will impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a rich and decadent chocolate frosting, give ganache a try. You won't be disappointed!
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