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ganache frosting recipe Glossy Dark Pour
- Total Time: 47 minutes
- Yield: Covers 1 (8-9 inch) cake or 12–18 cupcakes 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This ganache frosting recipe delivers a stunning, mirror-like finish and rich, deep color, transforming any cake or cupcake into a bakery masterpiece. It’s a secretly simple dessert perfect for easy dinner ideas when you want a little something extra.
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream, opt for organic
- 8 ounces quality dark chocolate, 60-72% cocoa, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, optional
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Finely chop your 8 ounces of dark chocolate into small, even pieces. Measure out your heavy cream accurately into a small saucepan.
- Gently Heat Cream: Heat the cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer, with small bubbles forming around the edges; do not let it boil vigorously.
- Combine & Wait: Pour the hot cream directly over your chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit undisturbed for exactly 5 minutes.
- Whisk Smooth: After waiting, start whisking gently from the center of the bowl, slowly working your way outwards. Continue whisking until the mixture is completely smooth, beautifully glossy, dark, and uniform in consistency. If it looks slightly split or greasy, stir in a tablespoon of cold cream.
- Flavor Additions: Stir in the vanilla extract, optional unsalted butter, and the pinch of salt until fully combined.
- Cool & Adjust: Let the ganache cool at room temperature. For a pourable glaze, it will be ready in about 30-45 minutes. For a spreadable frosting, allow 1-2 hours for it to cool and thicken further, stirring occasionally.
Notes
For a quick shortcut, carefully microwave cream in 30-second intervals until hot, then pour over chocolate. Avoid overheating chocolate (it can seize) and whisking too vigorously (introduces air bubbles, reduces gloss). If ganache looks split or greasy, stir in a tablespoon of cold cream to bring it back together. Store leftover ganache in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30 g)
- Calories: 180 calories
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: glossy dark pour, ganache, frosting, dessert, chocolate, easy, baking, elegant, homemade, cake topping
