Description
Make rich and creamy chocolate ganache with festive toppings for your next holiday treat. Simple, delicious, and perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 8 oz high-quality chocolate (semisweet or bittersweet chocolate is preferred, but you can use milk chocolate for a sweeter ganache)
- 1 cup heavy cream (this will help create the smooth, glossy texture of the ganache)
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for extra gloss and richness)
- For the Festive Toppings:
- Sprinkles (holiday-themed sprinkles, or regular ones if you prefer)
- Crushed candy canes (for a peppermint touch)
- Chopped nuts (such as almonds, pecans, or walnuts)
- Candied orange peel or citrus zest (for a burst of flavor and color)
- Mini marshmallows (perfect for a cozy touch)
- Edible glitter (for a festive sparkle)
- Fresh berries (such as raspberries or strawberries for a pop of freshness)
- Shredded coconut (for a snowy, wintery look)
Instructions
- Start by placing the chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Chop the chocolate into small pieces for easier melting.
- In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. You want it hot, but not boiling. Once it’s simmering, pour the cream over the chopped chocolate.
- Let the mixture sit for 2-3 minutes to allow the chocolate to soften, then use a whisk to stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- If you’re using butter, add it at this stage, stirring until it’s fully melted and incorporated into the ganache. This will give your ganache a nice glossy finish.
- Allow the ganache to cool for about 10-15 minutes before using. It should thicken slightly but still be pourable. If you prefer a thicker ganache, let it sit for longer. If it cools too much, you can reheat it gently over a double boiler or in the microwave in short bursts.
- While the ganache is cooling, prepare your festive toppings. Chop any nuts or candy into small pieces, zest the citrus if you’re using it, and arrange your toppings in bowls or on a platter for easy access.
- Once the ganache has cooled slightly, pour it into your serving dish. You can serve it in a large bowl for dipping or individual bowls for a more personalized touch.
- Now for the fun part! Drizzle or sprinkle the festive toppings over the ganache. Be creative and add different textures and colors to make it look as festive as possible.
- You can either gently sprinkle the toppings over the ganache or arrange them in decorative patterns for a more sophisticated presentation.
- Serve your chocolate ganache with festive toppings with your favorite dippables, like biscuits, crackers, fruit, or cookies. Alternatively, you can serve it with cakes, cupcakes, or ice cream.
Notes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing and Heating
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg