Chocolate Ganache Frosting for Chocolate Velvet Cake
Elevate your chocolate velvet cake with this silky, indulgent chocolate ganache frosting that’s as stunning as it is simple to make. Crafted with semi-sweet chocolate chips, rich heavy cream, and a touch of butter, this ganache boasts an irresistibly smooth, glossy finish that practically melts in your mouth. A dash of vanilla extract adds warmth and depth, while a pinch of salt balances the sweetness for a truly decadent flavor profile. With just 15 minutes of total prep and cook time, this versatile frosting transforms into a spreadable or pipeable consistency, making it perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or drizzle-worthy desserts. Whether you’re crafting an elegant layer cake or a showstopping centerpiece, this chocolate ganache frosting is the ultimate finishing touch to impress your guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.125 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
In a heatproof bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and a pinch of salt.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the heavy cream until it begins to steam and small bubbles form around the edges. Do not let it boil.
Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips, ensuring the chocolate is fully covered.
Let the mixture sit undisturbed for 5 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt.
Using a whisk, gently stir the mixture until it becomes smooth and glossy.
Add the unsalted butter and vanilla extract to the mixture, and continue whisking until the butter is fully incorporated.
Allow the ganache to cool to room temperature, where it will thicken slightly. For a spreadable consistency, refrigerate for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Spread or pipe the ganache evenly over the cooled chocolate velvet cake. Use an offset spatula to smooth the surface, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2603 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 194.7 g | 250% | |
| Saturated Fat | 118.7 g | 594% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 302 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 379 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 227.2 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.7 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 181.9 g | ||
| Protein | 22.9 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 7 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 15 mg | 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.
