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Simple Chocolate Ganache poured over a tiramisu yule log

Simple Chocolate Ganache

Rufus Dewanou
Simple Chocolate Ganache is a silky, glossy chocolate sauce made with just chocolate and cream. This foolproof, instructional recipe teaches you ratios, temperatures, and uses so you can master ganache at home.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Recipe Type Dessert
Cuisine French
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 170 kcal

Equipment

  • Heatproof mixing bowl
  • Small saucepan
  • Whisk or silicone spatula
  • Kitchen scale (recommended)
  • Instant-read thermometer (optional but helpful)

Ingredients
  

(1:1 POURABLE GANACHE)

  • 6 oz 170 g dark chocolate (60–70%), finely chopped
  • ½ cup 120 ml heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder optional

Instructions
 

  • Place the chopped chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl.
  • Heat the cream (and espresso powder, if using) in a small saucepan until steaming but not boiling.
  • Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and butter. Do not stir. Let sit for 2–3 minutes.
  • Gently whisk from the center outward until smooth and glossy.
  • Allow ganache to cool to 88–90°F (31–32°C) for a pourable consistency.
  • Use immediately or store for later use (see notes).

Notes

GANACHE RATIOS (REFERENCE)
1:1 (Chocolate : Cream) – Pourable glaze, drip cakes, yule logs
2:1 – Thick frosting, truffles, cake filling
1:2 – Thin sauce, hot chocolate base

Nutrition

Serving: 38gCalories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 10mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg
Keyword baking fundamentals, chocolate ganache, chocolate sauce, easy ganache, holiday desserts
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