Decadent Chocolate Ganache with Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Recipe
A rich and velvety chocolate ganache made from semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy whipping cream. Perfect as a glaze, filling, or frosting for cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1 cup
- Category: Dessert Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Chocolate Ganache Ingredients
- 6 oz (169g | 1 cup) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Chop the Chocolate: If your chocolate chips are large, give them a rough chop to help them melt evenly. Place them into a heat-proof bowl.
- Heat the Cream: Pour the heavy whipping cream into a small saucepan and heat it over medium heat until it starts to simmer gently. Avoid boiling.
- Combine Cream and Chocolate: Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips. Let it sit undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to allow the chocolate to soften.
- Stir Until Smooth: Using a whisk or spatula, gently stir the cream and chocolate together in small circular motions until the mixture is smooth, glossy, and fully combined.
- Cool and Use: Allow the ganache to cool at room temperature. It will thicken as it cools, becoming perfect for glazing or frosting.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor and texture.
- If the ganache is too thick, gently rewarm it or add a little more cream to thin it.
- Ganache can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week; gently rewarm before use.
- Adjust the chocolate-to-cream ratio for different consistencies: more cream for a thinner glaze, less for a thicker frosting.
