This Chocolate Ganache recipe is the perfect way to make an incredibly smooth and rich topping or filling for any dessert.

Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let stand until melted, about 5 minutes. Whisk until smooth. Let the ganache glaze cool until thick but still pourable, about 5 minutes.

Once the cake is cooled, make the glaze: Place the chocolate in a small heat-proof bowl that holds it in a tight layer (if you don’t have one small enough, use a 1-cup measuring cup).

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Use ganache as-is for a rich glaze or chocolate sauce, or whip it to make easy chocolate mousse or frosting. You can also roll it in your favorite coating to make dense, delicious truffles.

Ganache is made by mixing warm heavy cream (and fruit purees when it’s a fruit-flavored truffle) into chocolate, but it has to be done just-so for the chocolate to have a smooth and silky texture.

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