12oz(1.5 cups) baking chocolate or chocolate chips
1cupheavy cream
For the whipped chocolate ganache
8ozsemi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped
8oz heavy cream
Instructions
Chop the chocolate and place it in a big bowl
Heat cream in heavy bottom pan stirring occasionally .
After it comes to a simmer pour over the chocolate evenly and let it sit undisturbed for 30 seconds.
Now start mixing it slowly. After a few minutes of stirring it will start coming together. Stir until the mixture is emulsified and shiny smooth without any lumps.
You are done. Congratulations! You just made Chocolate Ganache.
Use ganache right away or cover with plastic wrap and lid to let it thicken and set at room temperature .
You can expedite the process by setting the ganache in the fridge for 3-4 hours or until the consistency of smooth peanut butter.
For Whipped chocolate ganache
The chocolate cream mixture for the whipped ganache will set softer than the peanut butter consistency.
After you have prepared the ganache with this ratio, keep it overnight at room temperature to set or in the fridge for 4-5 hours.
Next, using a whisk attachment whip this mixture for a minute or until you see it turning light brown and fluffy. Do not overwhip it as it may curdle. Whisk only until the color change and it is able to hold its shape.
Use as needed.
Notes
Please go through the post for information on ratios when using white, milk, or dark chocolate and how to store ganache.Detailed information about how to make the glaze and the ratio is given in the post.This recipe can frost one 8" cake or pipe 12 cupcakes depending on the design used.You can double or triple the quantity if desired.Storing leftover ganache.The leftover ganache will stay good for 2 weeks in the fridge or up to 3 months in the freezer.However, after freezing if you decide to whip the ganache then it may change its texture.The best way to use the freezer ganache is to pipe directly on the cake or melt it for making the glaze.How to store the cake with ganache?Cakes frosted with chocolate ganache can be stored at room temperature for 1 day and in the fridge for up to 3- 4 days in the fridge. Just take it out 30 minutes before you want to consume it.Vegan version of ganache Ingredients 1 cup dairy-free creamer/coconut cream 12 oz dairy-free semi-sweet chocolate chips ( I use Trader's JoeMethod - As mentioned above in the post.