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Instructions
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Using a sharp knife, roughly chop the semisweet chocolate until you have chunks the size of peas or smaller. (This will allow the chocolate to melt more easily.) Transfer the chocolate to a medium heatproof mixing bowl and set aside.
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Then, pour the cream into a small saucepan. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring often. Don't let it come to a boil.
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Once the cream is hot, pour it over the chocolate and let it sit for about 3-4 minutes. Then, stir the ganache with a rubber spatula until it's very smooth.
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Let the ganache cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or until it's the consistency of canned frosting. If it's not thickening, refrigerate it for a few minutes, but don't let it harden.
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Once the ganache is thickened, use a stand mixer or hand mixer with a whip attachment to whip the ganache into stiff peaks, about 1-2 minutes. Use the ganache immediately on cupcakes, brownies, as cake filling, or however else you'd like!
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Chop Chocolate Finely ✂️Cut your chocolate bar into small, uniform pieces before adding hot cream to ensure even melting and a silky smooth ganache texture without lumps.
- Heat Cream, Not Boil 🔥Warm the heavy cream until it steams and tiny bubbles form around the edges, but never let it boil—this prevents grainy texture and ensures proper emulsification with the chocolate.
- Rest Before Whipping ⏱️Allow the ganache to cool to room temperature (about 15-20 minutes) before whipping; this prevents over-mixing and gives you better control over the final texture and volume.
- Use a Bar Over Chips 🍫Opt for quality chocolate bars rather than chips, as they contain less stabilizers and emulsifiers, resulting in a richer, more luxurious whipped texture and superior mouthfeel.
- Whip to Soft Peaks 🥄Stop whipping when the ganache reaches soft peaks (it holds shape but tips curl over slightly)—overwhipping causes graininess and breaks the silky emulsion.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Sugar
Low Carb
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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