Creamy Grape & Chocolate Ganache Layered Dessert
A stunning no-bake layered dessert featuring silky vanilla custard, fresh juicy grapes, and a rich chocolate ganache topping. Simple to prepare ahead of time, this crowd-pleasing treat is perfect for dinner parties or family gatherings.
🛒 Ingredients
15 servings
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cans (same measure) whole milk
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 packet (10 g) vanilla sugar
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 bunches red grapes (or strawberries as substitute)
- 7 oz (200 g) dark baking chocolate
- 7 oz (200 g) milk chocolate
- 7 oz (200 g) heavy cream
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Directions
- 1
Blend the condensed milk, whole milk, cornstarch, vanilla sugar, butter and egg yolks together until completely smooth.
- 2
Pour the mixture into a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened to a soft custard-like consistency.
- 3
Pour the vanilla cream into a baking dish or individual serving glasses and allow to cool completely at room temperature.
- 4
Arrange the grapes — whole or halved — in an even layer over the cooled vanilla custard.
- 5
Melt both chocolates together in a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each burst.
- 6
Stir the heavy cream into the melted chocolate until you get a smooth, glossy ganache.
- 7
Pour the ganache evenly over the grape layer, covering the fruits completely.
- 8
Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Serve well chilled.
💡 Chef's Tip
Use individual glasses or ramekins for an elegant presentation. Garnish with a few fresh grapes and chocolate shavings just before serving. Good-quality chocolate makes the ganache firmer and glossier.
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