Chocolate Ganache: The Ultimate Guide to a Perfect, Glossy Finish
Chocolate ganache is one of the easiest ways to elevate any dessert. With just two ingredients, you get a silky, rich, glossy chocolate finish that works beautifully as a glaze, drip, sauce, filling, or frosting. It comes together in minutes and makes any cake look bakery-worthy.
Ingredients
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½ cup heavy cream (120 g)
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⅔ cup chopped dark chocolate or chocolate chunks (120 g)
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1 tsp sea salt (optional)
Instructions
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Heat the Cream
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Microwave the heavy cream in a heat-safe bowl for 30 seconds, until hot but not boiling.
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Add Chocolate
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Add the chopped chocolate directly into the hot cream.
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Let it sit for 1 minute to soften.
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Stir Until Smooth
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Mix until the chocolate fully melts and the ganache becomes smooth and glossy.
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If needed, microwave for another 15–30 seconds and stir again.
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Season (Optional)
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Stir in the sea salt for an extra depth of flavor.
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Notes
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Use good-quality chocolate for the richest flavor.
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If the ganache seems too thick, add 1–2 tbsp warm cream.
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If it seems too thin, add a small handful of chocolate and stir until melted.
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For a drip cake, let the ganache cool for 5–10 minutes so it thickens slightly before dripping.
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Always stir gently — too much whisking adds air bubbles.