This chocolate ganache is easy to make with cream and chocolate. It's smooth, creamy and perfect for spreading on desserts, to use as a glaze, in a frosting or as a filling.
Prep Time: 5 minutesminutes
Cook Time: 5 minutesminutes
Total Time: 10 minutesminutes
Servings: 16
Ingredients
1cupheavy cream
8ouncesgood semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
Instructions
Place the heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 1-2 minutes, or until simmering.
Add the chocolate and let it sit for 5 minutes. Alternatively you can cook the cream and chocolate on a double broiler. Whisk until smooth. Add a Tablespoon more of warm cream if needed to thin out.
Slowly spoon the ganache over your cake or dessert. Add optional toppings if desired immediately.
Notes
You can add 1 teaspoon vanilla for extra flavor if preferred.