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Creamy chocolate cake batter in a glass mixing bowl with an electric hand mixer.

Chocolate Ganache Frosting

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 212 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate finely chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions
 

  • Place the finely chopped chocolate into a medium heat-proof bowl.
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  • Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to gently simmer. Do not let it come to a rapid boil.
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  • Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate, ensuring all the chocolate is covered, and let it sit for 2-3 minutes to soften the chocolate.
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  • Stir the mixture slowly with a spatula until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
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  • Allow the ganache to cool at room temperature until it thickens to a spreadable consistency, about 2 hours.
  • Once cooled, whip the ganache with a mixer on medium speed until it becomes light and fluffy, suitable for frosting, about 3-4 minutes.
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Nutrition

Calories: 212kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 2gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 9mgFiber: 2g
Keyword chocolate, chocolate ganache frosting
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