Super Easy Chocolate Ganache or Gelato
Indulge your chocolate cravings with this versatile and *Super Easy Chocolate Ganache or Gelato* recipe, perfect for both beginner and experienced home cooks. Made with just four simple ingredients—luxuriously rich dark chocolate, creamy heavy cream, fragrant vanilla extract, and a hint of optional cocoa powder—this recipe delivers decadent results in only 10 minutes of prep and cook time. Whether you drizzle the silky, glossy ganache over cakes and fruit for an elegant dessert sauce or transform it into velvety homemade gelato by chilling and churning, this customizable recipe guarantees a show-stopping treat. With its straightforward instructions and rich, irresistible flavor, this recipe is your ultimate answer to dessert emergencies or special occasions.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 250 ml heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (optional, for garnish or extra flavor)
Directions
Step 1
Chop the dark chocolate into small, evenly-sized pieces and place them in a medium-sized heatproof bowl.
Step 2
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
Step 3
Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for 2-3 minutes, allowing the chocolate to melt.
Step 4
Using a whisk or a spatula, gently stir the mixture in small circles until it forms a smooth, glossy ganache.
Step 5
Stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor and mix until fully incorporated.
Step 6
For ganache: Let the mixture cool slightly, then serve warm as a sauce for cakes, cupcakes, or fruit.
Step 7
For gelato: Allow the ganache to cool to room temperature. Transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for about 2 hours, or until firm. Once chilled, churn it in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions, or freeze directly for 4-5 hours, stirring every hour to prevent ice crystals.
Step 8
Optionally, dust with unsweetened cocoa powder before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (455g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2041.3 |
| Total Fat 169.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 99.4g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 250mg | 0% |
| Sodium 123.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 94.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 48.1g | |
| Protein 16.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 152mg | 0% |
| Iron 24.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1482mg | 0% |
Source of Calories