Mocha Ganache
Indulge your senses with this rich and luxurious Mocha Ganache, a decadent blend of silky chocolate and bold espresso flavors. This versatile recipe combines semi-sweet chocolate chips with heavy cream infused with instant espresso powder, resulting in a perfectly smooth and glossy ganache that's ideal for glazing, piping, or spreading. Butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt elevate the flavor profile, adding depth and balance to every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this elegant mocha ganache is perfect for topping cakes, filling pastries, or even as a dip for fruit. Whether you're a coffee enthusiast or a chocolate lover, this easy-to-make mocha ganache will add a gourmet touch to your desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the heavy cream and instant espresso powder. Heat over medium heat until the cream starts to gently simmer. Do not let it boil.
While the cream is heating, place the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl.
Once the cream is hot and steaming, pour it over the chocolate chips in the bowl. Let it sit undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to allow the chocolate to begin melting.
After 2-3 minutes, use a whisk or silicone spatula to gently stir the mixture until smooth and fully combined. If any chocolate chunks remain, continue stirring or place the bowl over a pot of simmering water to melt fully.
Add the unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and salt to the ganache. Stir until the butter is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy.
Allow the ganache to cool at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes before using it as a glaze. For a thicker consistency, refrigerate it for 30 minutes to an hour until it firms up enough to pipe or spread.
Use the mocha ganache immediately as a topping or filling, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Bring it to room temperature before using if it has firmed up.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2088 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.5 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.8 g | 499% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 302 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 674 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.4 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 121.5 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 7 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 123 mg | 3% | |
*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.
