Rich Chocolate Ganache Frosting and Filling
This silky, deeply chocolatey ganache is the ultimate all-purpose frosting and filling for cakes, tarts, and layer cakes. Made with just four ingredients, it delivers a professional-level finish every time. Whether you're piping rosettes or spreading a smooth glaze, this ganache never disappoints.
🛒 Ingredients
1 servings
- 500 g (17.5 oz) semi-dark chocolate, finely chopped
- 400 ml (1 ¾ cups) heavy whipping cream
- 100 g (3.5 oz) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
🛍️ Recommended tools
Amazon affiliate links
Directions
- 1
Finely chop the chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of barely simmering water (double boiler). Stir gently until fully melted and smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
- 2
In a separate bowl, beat the room-temperature butter with an electric mixer for 3–4 minutes until light, pale, and fluffy.
- 3
With the mixer on medium speed, slowly pour the lukewarm melted chocolate into the butter in a thin stream. Add the heavy cream and sugar, then continue beating for 2–3 minutes until the ganache is silky, glossy, and fully combined.
- 4
Use immediately as a pourable glaze or refrigerate for 20 minutes for a firmer consistency suitable for piping and spreading.
💡 Chef's Tip
For a more intense flavour, use 70% dark chocolate. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days — bring back to room temperature or microwave in 10-second bursts before using.
Similar Recipes
Same category — Desserts
🍽️ Complete your meal
More ideas to accompany this dish
