Jeni's Chocolate Ganache

Indulge in the velvety decadence of Jeni's Chocolate Ganache, a luscious recipe that showcases the perfect harmony of rich semi-sweet chocolate and silky heavy cream. With just five simple ingredients—semi-sweet chocolate, heavy cream, unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt—this ganache comes together in under 15 minutes, making it an effortless yet luxurious addition to any dessert. Whether drizzled over cakes, piped into truffles, or spread as a glossy glaze, this versatile ganache delivers a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture and deeply satisfying chocolate flavor. Elevate your homemade confections with this foolproof ganache recipe that's as easy to prepare as it is to devour!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams semi-sweet chocolate
• 200 ml heavy cream
• 20 grams unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt

Directions

Step 1

Chop the semi-sweet chocolate into small, uniform pieces and place it in a heatproof bowl.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Avoid letting it boil.

Step 3

Immediately pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate, ensuring all pieces are submerged. Let it sit undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt.

Step 4

Gently whisk the mixture until smooth and glossy, starting from the center and working outward.

Step 5

Add the unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the chocolate mixture, and whisk until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Allow the ganache to cool to room temperature if using as a filling or glaze. For a firmer consistency, chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Use the ganache as desired for cakes, cupcakes, truffles, or simply enjoy it by the spoonful!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(424.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1895.8

Total Fat 148.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 85.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 244.3mg	0%
Sodium 244.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.3g	0%
Total Sugars 100.5g
Protein 14.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 147.7mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 1084.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.0%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 26.0%