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chocolate ganache recipe Mirror Dark Pool With Raspberry Studs
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
This chocolate ganache recipe creates an exceptionally glossy, reflective surface with a deep, rich chocolate aroma, perfect for elevating weeknight treats or impressive, quick desserts with raspberry studs.
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 11 oz dark chocolate (60-70% cacao)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 0.25 tsp salt
Instructions
- Heat Cream: Gently warm 1 cup heavy cream in a medium saucepan over medium heat until small bubbles form around the edge, indicating it’s simmering, not boiling (3-5 minutes).
- Chop Chocolate: While cream heats, finely chop 10-12 oz dark chocolate. Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl with 2 tbsp unsalted butter and a pinch of salt.
- Pour and Rest: Carefully pour the hot cream over the chocolate mixture. Let it stand undisturbed for 5 minutes; this allows the residual heat to melt the chocolate evenly.
- Whisk Smooth: Starting from the center, gently whisk the mixture outwards until it transforms into a completely smooth, glossy, and emulsified chocolate ganache, yielding that coveted Mirror Dark Pool finish (2-3 minutes). Stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract. If it looks split or oily, whisk in 1-2 tablespoons of warm milk or cream slowly until it re-emulsifies.
- Cool and Apply: Let the ganache cool slightly at room temperature to achieve your desired consistency for pouring or spreading (10-20 minutes). It should be thick enough to coat a spoon.
- Stud with Raspberries: Once you’ve applied the ganache to your dessert, gently press fresh raspberries into the surface to create the beautiful studded effect. Ensure the ganache has cooled slightly so they don’t sink.
Notes
Use good quality baking chocolate (not chips) for best melt. For split or oily ganache, whisk in 1-2 tbsp warm milk or cream slowly. If too thick, gently reheat over a double boiler; if too thin, chill in fridge for 10-15 minute intervals, stirring after each.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp (30g)
- Calories: 320 calories
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg