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Whipped chocolate ganache in a small brown bowl.

Whipped Chocolate Ganache Frosting

Megan Weimer
This whipped chocolate ganache frosting is a rich, decadent alternative to traditional buttercream. It's made with only 2 ingredients and has a light and fluffy consistency to offset the intense chocolate flavor. Use it to top cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert, Frosting
Cuisine American
Servings 16 servings
Calories 137.8 kcal

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Ingredients
 
 

  • 240 grams bittersweet chocolate
  • 240 grams heavy cream

Instructions
 

  • Chop the chocolate bars into small pieces and place in a large heat-proof mixing bowl.
    240 grams bittersweet chocolate
  • In a separate heat-proof bowl, microwave the heavy cream at 15 second increments for 45 seconds.
    240 grams heavy cream
  • Pour the hot cream over the ganache and let sit for 1 minute. Stir the chocolate and cream together until smooth and glossy.
  • Place plastic wrap over the surface of the ganache and chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
  • Once the ganache has a pliable texture, whip on high speed with an electric hand mixer for 3-4 minutes until fluffy. Now it's ready to enjoy!

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Notes

This recipe makes about 4 cups of frosting enough ganache to frost an 8-inch 2 layer cake, a 6-inch 3 layer cake, a 8x8" or 9x9" single layer cake, a 9x13" sheet cake, or 12 cupcakes.
Use chocolate bars. Chocolate bars are less likely to seize up than chocolate chips.
Let the ganache cool. Make sure the ganache cools before you whip it. The texture should be like Nutella or creamy JIF peanut butter.
Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 7 days. The ganache will stiffen up when cold. If it gets too stiff, let it reach room temperature on the counter and re-whip for a fluffy consistency.
Freezing: Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Before serving, thaw in the refrigerator overnight or on the counter for a few hours. Re-whip as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 137.8kcalCarbohydrates: 8.3gProtein: 1.3gFat: 11.2gSaturated Fat: 6.8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 17.8mgSodium: 5.5mgPotassium: 99.3mgFiber: 1.2gSugar: 5.9gVitamin A: 228IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 19.2mgIron: 1mg
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