Ingredients and Weight:
- Heavy whipping cream: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Semisweet chocolate, finely chopped: 8 ounces (227 g)
- Unsalted butter, cubed and softened: 2 tablespoons (28 g)
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5 ml)
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Preparation Method Steps:
- In a medium heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler), combine the heavy whipping cream and semisweet chocolate. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Remove the bowl from the double boiler and stir in the butter and vanilla extract.
- Allow the ganache to cool for 5 minutes, or until thickened slightly.
Nutritional Information per Serving (1/8 of the recipe):
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated fat: 18 grams
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
- Sodium: 115 mg
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Protein: 3 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and velvety texture
- Decadent chocolate flavor
- Easy to make with readily available ingredients
User Comments:
- "This ganache is so incredibly smooth and chocolatey. It's the perfect topping for cakes, tarts, or just to eat by itself!"
- "I love how easy this ganache is to make. I've made it several times and it always turns out perfectly."
- "This is the best ganache I've ever had. It's so rich and flavorful, but not too sweet."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For a thicker ganache, use less heavy whipping cream. For a thinner ganache, use more.
- If the ganache becomes too thick, you can add a little bit of warm heavy whipping cream and stir until smooth.
- If the ganache becomes too thin, you can add a little bit of finely chopped chocolate and stir until melted.
