Best 6 Whipped Ganache Recipes

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Indulge in the velvety embrace of whipped ganache, a culinary masterpiece that elevates desserts to new heights. Crafted from the harmonious union of chocolate and cream, this delectable treat offers a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Discover the art of preparing whipped ganache through our curated collection of recipes, each offering unique variations that cater to diverse palates and skill levels. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the nuances of this versatile ingredient, transforming simple desserts into extraordinary creations. From classic chocolate ganache to innovative infusions of fruits and spices, let your creativity soar as you explore the limitless possibilities of whipped ganache.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

WHIPPED WHITE CHOCOLATE GANACHE



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Quick, easy frosting recipe. Very rich and easy to pipe onto a cake of your choice. For regular ganache, skip the cooling and whipping. Pipe onto cakes.

Provided by Kayla

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Time 4h13m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 cups white chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Heat cream in a saucepan until nearly boiling; pour over white chocolate chips in a bowl. Let sit for 3 minutes. Stir until chocolate is completely melted. Cover and refrigerate until cool, about 4 hours.
  • Beat ganache with electric mixer until stiff peaks form.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 20.1 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 23.5 mg, Sugar 10.2 g

WHIPPED CHOCOLATE GANACHE



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If you cool chocolate ganache and whip some air into it, you get a fluffy frosting that's easy to pipe and full of deep chocolate flavor. What's not to like?

Provided by LauraF

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Time 1h40m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup heavy cream
3 (2 ounce) bars 72% dark chocolate, finely chopped
½ teaspoon finely ground coffee
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Bring cream to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add chocolate; let stand for 10 minutes without stirring. Add coffee, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir slowly in concentric circles until ganache is smooth and glossy.
  • Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Refrigerate until chilled through, 1 to 2 hours.
  • Whip ganache with an electric mixer until soft, fluffy, and lighter in color. Be careful not to overwhip, or you'll end up with stiff, grainy chocolate 'butter' that's hard to pipe.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 34.1 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

WHIPPED CHOCOLATE GANACHE FILLING (OR FROSTING)



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This recipe makes a delicious and creamy ganache filling, that's light as air, not too-intense and will definitely bring you to chocolate heaven! It's also very easy to make, can be made ahead and you will NOT regret it. The amount of chocolate used depends on the type of chocolate. Recipe makes enough to fill and frost a 3-layer cake. Recipe by Alice Medrich, the dark chocolate goddess.

Provided by WaterMelon

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 3 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 ounces best-quality bittersweet chocolate (I use 72%, see NOTE below)
4 teaspoons sugar (optional)
2 cups heavy cream

Steps:

  • Place chopped chocolate in a medium-sized bowl.
  • Heat heavy cream and sugar (if using) in a large heavy saucepan over med-hi heat until it simmers gently.
  • Immediately pour the hot cream over the chocolate and stir gently until the chocolate is mostly melted.
  • Let stand for 15mins to be sure all chocolate is melted.
  • Stir ganache gently until perfectly smooth, let cool.
  • Cover and chill for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight (it must be very cold or it will curdle when it's whipped; ganache can be made up to 4 days ahead).
  • When you're ready to assemble the cake (and NOT before), whip ganache until it's stiff enough to hold a nice shape and seems spreadable (Don't overwhip; overwhipped ganache looks granular, so watch carefully).
  • Spread whipped ganache immediately, as it will firm as it sits.
  • NOTE: if using 50-60% bittersweet chocolate, use 8 oz of chocolate and omit the sugar; if using 60-64% chocolate, use 7 oz of chocolate and omit sugar; if using 66-72% chocolate, use 6 oz and add the optional sugar to give the ganache a bit of'lift'.
  • If you're just using this as a filling, halve the recipe.
  • If you're glazing the cake with a chocolate glaze, chill the filled cake for at least 1 hour (up to 2 days) before glazing.

WHIPPED GANACHE FROSTING



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Use this recipe when making our Rich Chocolate Cake with Ganache Frosting and Truffle Egg Nest.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes about 1 1/2 cups, enough for a 7-inch layer cake

Number Of Ingredients 2

8 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
1/2 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Put chocolate and cream into a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water. Stir until smooth. Refrigerate, stirring occasionally, until the consistency of stiff cream cheese, 10 to 15 minutes. Whisk until fluffy and smooth.

ESPRESSO-INFUSED WHIPPED CHOCOLATE GANACHE



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Provided by Dan Langan

Categories     dessert

Time 25m

Yield 6 1/2 cups (enough to fill and frost an 8-inch cake)

Number Of Ingredients 5

27 ounces semisweet baking chocolate, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups whole espresso beans
32 ounces heavy cream
3 tablespoons coffee liqueur, optional
Pinch table salt

Steps:

  • Place your chopped chocolate into the bowl of your stand mixer.
  • Place the espresso beans in a sealable gallon-size bag (or between two pieces of parchment) and crush them with a rolling pin. Combine the heavy cream and espresso beans in a small pot and heat over medium-low heat until simmering. Remove from the heat, cover the pot and allow the cream to infuse for 10 minutes. Strain the cream through a cheesecloth-lined sieve into a clean pot. Return the cream to medium-low heat and bring back to a simmer.
  • Pour the warm cream into the bowl of chocolate. Add the coffee liqueur if using and the salt. Gently stir the mixture with a spatula until smooth. Allow your ganache to cool until the outer edge of the ganache is a spreadable consistency; the center of the ganache may still be a bit loose.
  • Fit your stand mixer with the whip attachment and whip the ganache on medium-high speed until the ganache lightens in color, 2 to 3 minutes. Don't over whip or you run the risk of breaking your ganache. Use immediately as a filling or frosting.
  • Once the whipped ganache sets up it can be rewarmed in the microwave in 20 second bursts. Rewarmed ganache can be re-whipped or poured.

WHIPPED GANACHE



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Use this recipe when making our Luscious Chocolate Cake.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 pound bittersweet chocolate
2 1/2 cups heavy cream

Steps:

  • Chop chocolate finely using a serrated knife, and place in a large heat-proof bowl.
  • Bring cream to a boil over medium-high heat; pour directly over chopped chocolate. Allow to sit for 10 minutes; use a rubber spatula or a small whisk to gently stir chocolate and cream until totally combined.
  • Chill ganache; stir every 5 minutes until mixture is cool to the touch. Remove bowl from refrigerator; whip ganache with a wire whisk until it just barely begins to hold its shape and is slightly lighter in color. Do not overwhip, or mixture will become grainy. Ganache will keep thickening after you stop whisking. Use immediately.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of your chocolate will greatly affect the final flavor of your ganache. Look for chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
  • Use heavy cream: Heavy cream will give your ganache a rich and creamy texture. You can also use a combination of heavy cream and milk, but the ganache will be less thick.
  • Don't overheat the cream: When you heat the cream, be careful not to let it boil. Overheating the cream will cause it to seize and become grainy.
  • Let the ganache cool completely: Before you whip the ganache, let it cool completely to room temperature. This will help it to thicken and become more stable.
  • Whip the ganache until it reaches the desired consistency: You can whip the ganache until it is soft and fluffy, or until it is stiff and holds peaks. The longer you whip the ganache, the stiffer it will become.

Conclusion:

Whipped ganache is a versatile and delicious ingredient that can be used in a variety of desserts. It can be used as a filling for cakes, cupcakes, and pastries. It can also be used as a frosting, a dip for fruit, or even as a spread for bread. With its rich and creamy flavor, whipped ganache is sure to please everyone.

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