A question I hear a lot of customers ask at the store is, "What is ganache?"Simply put, a ganache is a mixture of chocolate and cream that is used to act as a filling, an icing, or a glaze. I personally make ganache to pour over a cake when I don't have time to spread frosting. What makes it so great is that when chilled, a ganache can be used to make delicious truffles for your friends and family.
Ganache Recipe (Courtesy of joyofbaking.com)
8 ounces (227 grams) semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, cut into small pieces
3/4 cup (180 ml) heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons (28 grams) unsalted butter
1 tablespoon cognac or brandy (optional)
This simple recipe can be tweaked for your own personal tastes by substituting other flavored liqueurs such as Grand Marnier or Chambord, or various spices such as cinnamon or cayenne pepper (but not too much!)
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