White chocolate ganache

Name: White chocolate ganache
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 28
Ingredients: White Chocolate 35% 1.5 lbs; Fresh liquid cream 1 cup; Butter softened at room temperature 5 tbsp

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442

Calories per serving

Gluten Free
Vegetarian

Energy Kcal 442
Carbohydrates g 32.6
of which sugars g 32.6
Protein g 5.4
Fats g 32.3
of which saturated fat g 18.83
Fiber g 0.4
Cholesterol mg 62
Sodium mg 72

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Serving: 28
Cost: Average

PRESENTATION

White chocolate ganache is like a sweet twist on the classic French ganache, usually made with dark chocolate. It has this creamy flavor and silky, melt-in-your-mouth texture that people really love. You know, white chocolate has less cocoa but more cocoa butter than dark chocolate. So, you gotta tweak the proportions a bit to nail that smooth consistency everyone is after. This basic ganache—really good stuff—hails from France and has sparked so many variations, including this delightful one. And listen, whether you're looking for a shiny white chocolate ganache glaze for a cake or a thick white chocolate ganache filling for cookies or truffles, this recipe pretty much covers it all. Perfect for macarons or as a drizzle over cupcakes, it sets with a light, almost velvety finish.

People get creative by swapping in milk chocolate or even ruby chocolate, but the white chocolate ganache recipe is all about that sweeter, buttery taste. Super tasty. It's really easy to make your own. Maybe you are thinking about using it as a white chocolate ganache frosting for a birthday cake, or perhaps you're just craving some strawberries dipped in it. And here's the thing, the basic technique is so simple that you can play around with different types of white chocolate—some brands are more rich, while others have this slightly caramel note. Seriously good. The fun part is trying them out and seeing what works best for your desserts. The key is picking a good chocolate since that’s where all the flavor comes from. A white chocolate ganache cake or macarons with this filling? Softer and sweeter than those with dark chocolate. No question. That’s why this ganache is so popular. Whatever dessert you’re crafting, white chocolate ganache brings that extra bit of smooth sweetness every time. With its versatility and luxurious texture, it’s no wonder this ganache has become a staple in home kitchens and professional bakeries alike. For sure.

How to prepare White chocolate ganache

To prepare the white chocolate ganache, pour the cream into a saucepan 1 and bring it just to a boil 2. Meanwhile, finely chop the chocolate 3 and place it in a large bowl.

Pour about 1/3 of the hot cream over the white chocolate 4 and start stirring, keeping the cream warm on very low heat in the meantime. Then add half of the remaining cream (keeping the cream warm) and continue to stir 5. Add the rest of the cream and stir vigorously 6 until you get a smooth and homogeneous mixture. It will take some time and energy.

Then add the soft butter in cubes, a little at a time 7, stirring with a spatula to melt it; you can also blend with an immersion blender for a smoother texture 8. At this point, use your white chocolate ganache as desired 9.

Storage

White chocolate ganache can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days, well covered, or it can be left at room temperature for 1 day.

Advice

Adjust the amount of cream based on the consistency you want to achieve; increase it for a more liquid consistency and decrease it for a firmer consistency.

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White chocolate ganache

PRESENTATION

How to prepare White chocolate ganache

Storage

Advice

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