{"id":27298,"date":"2024-08-20T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-20T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/?p=27298"},"modified":"2024-08-20T09:00:07","modified_gmt":"2024-08-20T14:00:07","slug":"chocolate-ganache","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/","title":{"rendered":"Chocolate Ganache"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Making the perfect chocolate ganache is straight-up boss moves, and I&#8217;m here to show you how to get it right boos.  Rich, velvety and beyond silky, get ready for this recipe to rock any dessert in the five minutes it takes to make it. Whether you slather it on cake layers, drizzle it over brownies, or eat it by the spoonful, it&#8217;s a hit.  Get ready to get your chocolate fix with this next-level ganache recipe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-5low.jpeg\" alt=\"A spatula stirring a smooth chocolate ganache in a white pot on a white background\" class=\"wp-image-27306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-5low.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-5low-277x416.jpeg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-5low-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-5low-150x225.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We all know that <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cakes can be dressed up in just about anything from <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/swiss-meringue-buttercream\/\">swiss meringue buttercream<\/a> to a simple powdered sugar glaze but when you wanna turn the decadence up a notch, definitely make this ganache recipe.  It&#8217;s like a glossy crown for your dessert! Made with sweet, smooth cream and rich chocolate, it couldn&#8217;t be easier y&#8217;all.  <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 ez-toc-wrap-left-text counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #bf368f;color:#bf368f\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #bf368f;color:#bf368f\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#What_is_Ganache\" title=\"What is Ganache?\">What is Ganache?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#The_Lowdown_of_This_Ganache_recipe\" title=\"The Lowdown of This Ganache recipe\">The Lowdown of This Ganache recipe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#Ingredients_youll_need_to_make_chocolate_ganache\" title=\"Ingredients you&#8217;ll need to make chocolate ganache\">Ingredients you&#8217;ll need to make chocolate ganache<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#How_to_make_chocolate_ganache\" title=\"How to make chocolate ganache\">How to make chocolate ganache<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#What_to_serve_with_ganache_icing\" title=\"What to serve with ganache icing\">What to serve with ganache icing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#Recipe_Substitutions\" title=\"Recipe Substitutions\">Recipe Substitutions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#Recipe_Variations_and_Additions\" title=\"Recipe Variations and Additions\">Recipe Variations and Additions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#Expert_Tips_and_Tricks_for_making_the_best_ganache_recipe\" title=\"Expert Tips and Tricks for making the best ganache recipe\">Expert Tips and Tricks for making the best ganache recipe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#How_to_store_reheat\" title=\"How to store &amp; reheat\">How to store &amp; reheat<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#How_long_will_ganache_last_in_the_fridge\" title=\"How long will ganache last in the fridge?\">How long will ganache last in the fridge?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#Can_I_freeze_chocolate_ganache\" title=\"Can I freeze chocolate ganache?\">Can I freeze chocolate ganache?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#Frequently_asked_questions\" title=\"Frequently asked questions\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#More_Frostings_and_Icings_recipes\" title=\"More Frostings and Icings recipes\">More Frostings and Icings recipes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#Chocolate_Ganache\" title=\"Chocolate Ganache\">Chocolate Ganache<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#Want_to_Save_This_Recipe_Boo\" title=\"Want to Save This Recipe, Boo?\">Want to Save This Recipe, Boo?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#Equipment\" title=\"Equipment\">Equipment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#Ingredients\" title=\"Ingredients\">Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#Instructions\" title=\"Instructions\">Instructions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#Notes\" title=\"Notes\">Notes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/#Nutrition\" title=\"Nutrition\">Nutrition<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-ganache\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Ganache\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is Ganache?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ganache is a silky, smooth, shiny sauce made from a 1:1 ratio mixture of chocolate and warm cream.  It is not only super simple to toss together, but it\u2019s also incredibly versatile! Chocolate ganache can be used as a filling, frosting, dip, <\/span>or topping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background-3-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:25px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-font-size-7-fluid-font-size\" id=\"h-the-lowdown-of-this-ganache-recipe\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Lowdown_of_This_Ganache_recipe\"><\/span>The Lowdown of This Ganache recipe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-1 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:25px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium)\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"196\" height=\"196\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/jocelyn-in-pink.jpg\" alt=\"Closeup of Jocelyn in pink dress smiling\" class=\"wp-image-65251\" style=\"border-radius:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/jocelyn-in-pink.jpg 196w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/jocelyn-in-pink-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/jocelyn-in-pink-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 196px) 100vw, 196px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-bright-color\">Cuisine Inspiration:<\/mark><\/strong> French<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-bright-color\">Primary Cooking Method:<\/mark><\/strong> Stovetop<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-bright-color\">Dietary Info:<\/mark><\/strong> Gluten-Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-bright-color\">Key Flavor:<\/mark><\/strong> Rich indulgent chocolate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-bright-color\">Skill Level:<\/mark><\/strong> Easy y&#8217;all (No Sweat Fam!)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--tiny)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<p class=\"has-secondary-bright-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9a0718e485500dbed476348a6e88f3dd\"><strong>Beyond Versatile<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From cake drips to truffle fillings, ganache can play any role you can think up. It\u2019s a one-stop shop for so many dessert needs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<p class=\"has-secondary-bright-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0e9013e87a6334f43582dc23f571a4b2\"><strong>Fancy But No Fuss<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you wanna upgrade a dessert with some elegance, ganache icing comes to the rescue boos.  You can achieve that patisserie-perfection with just two ingredients and a few minutes of your time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-bright-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1607c384402f457fb4c7e43a041f3cdf\"><strong>Customize It Up<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dark, milk, or white chocolate \u2013 do you boo! Ganache loves them all. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients-you-ll-need-to-make-chocolate-ganache\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients_youll_need_to_make_chocolate_ganache\"><\/span><strong>Ingredients you&#8217;ll need to make chocolate ganache<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"760\" height=\"507\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-0low-e1723230284498-760x507.jpeg\" alt=\"Chocolate squares, heavy cream and a knife against a white background\" class=\"wp-image-27302\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-0low-e1723230284498-760x507.jpeg 760w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-0low-e1723230284498-570x380.jpeg 570w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-0low-e1723230284498-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-0low-e1723230284498.jpeg 1050w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Heavy Whipping Cream:<\/strong> This is gonna give that ganache that perfect silky smooth texture.  Plus it&#8217;s gonna add some richness to the mix too.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bittersweet Chocolate:<\/strong> This is deep dark chocolate with just the right amount of sweetness.  Make sure you grab a pure<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> chocolate bar with high quality. <em>Ghirardelli<\/em>, <em>Bakers<\/em>, and <em>Lindt<\/em> are all great brands to check out. The better quality the chocolate, the more luxurious and delish your ganache will end up being.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-chocolate-ganache\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_make_chocolate_ganache\"><\/span><strong>How to make chocolate ganache<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block-c1c94bf83794f64605bc68d55c0148e7\" class=\"acf-block block-in-post-toggles\">\n\n\t\t\t<button class=\"block-in-post-toggles__toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle This Group\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"block-in-post-toggles-wrap-block-c1c94bf83794f64605bc68d55c0148e7\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"block-in-post-toggles__toggle-orange\">\n\t\t\t\t\tSteps 1-3\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<span class=\"block-in-post-toggles__toggle-white\">\n\t\t\t\tPrep, Pour and Mix\t\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"22\" height=\"22\" viewBox=\"0 0 22 22\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n\t\t\t\t<path d=\"M12.2966 6.03723L19.6299 13.3706C19.9638 13.7163 20.1486 14.1794 20.1445 14.6601C20.1403 15.1408 19.9475 15.6007 19.6076 15.9406C19.2676 16.2805 18.8078 16.4733 18.3271 16.4775C17.8464 16.4816 17.3833 16.2969 17.0376 15.9629L11.0004 9.92573L4.96323 15.9629C4.61746 16.2969 4.15435 16.4816 3.67366 16.4775C3.19296 16.4733 2.73314 16.2805 2.39323 15.9406C2.05331 15.6007 1.8605 15.1408 1.85633 14.6601C1.85215 14.1794 2.03694 13.7163 2.37089 13.3706L9.70423 6.03723C10.048 5.69354 10.5143 5.50046 11.0004 5.50046C11.4865 5.50046 11.9528 5.69354 12.2966 6.03723Z\" fill=\"white\"\/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\n\t\t\t<div id=\"block-in-post-toggles-wrap-block-c1c94bf83794f64605bc68d55c0148e7\" class=\"block-in-post-toggles__wrap\" aria-hidden=\"false\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"block-in-post-toggles__inner\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"block-in-post-toggles__item type-steps\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"block-in-post-toggles__media\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-1low.jpeg\" alt=\"Chopped chocolate in a white bowl on white countertop\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"block-in-post-toggles__bottom\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"block-in-post-toggles__step\" aria-label=\"Recipe Step 1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t1\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"block-in-post-toggles__content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tUsing a serrated knife,\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tcoarsely chop the chocolate. Transfer the chocolate to a heat-proof glass or metal bowl.\u00a0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"block-in-post-toggles__item type-steps\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"block-in-post-toggles__media\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-2low.jpeg\" alt=\"Shaved chocolate in a bowl of hot whipping cream on white background\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"block-in-post-toggles__bottom\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"block-in-post-toggles__step\" aria-label=\"Recipe Step 2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"block-in-post-toggles__content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPour the cream into a small saucepan\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tand bring to a simmer over medium heat. Once the edges have begun to gently simmer, turn off the heat and immediately pour the cream over the chocolate. \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"block-in-post-toggles__item type-steps\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"block-in-post-toggles__media\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-3low.jpeg\" alt=\"Chocolate ganache recipe being stirred slowly in a white pot with a spatula\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"block-in-post-toggles__bottom\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"block-in-post-toggles__step\" aria-label=\"Recipe Step 3\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"block-in-post-toggles__content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLet the cream and chocolate mingle for a couple minutes, \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tthen use a rubber spatula to stir until smooth.  \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-to-serve-with-ganache-icing\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_serve_with_ganache_icing\"><\/span><strong>What to serve with ganache icing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>With Fruit:<\/strong> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use it as a fondue dip for marshmallows and fresh fruit like strawberries, pineapples, and bananas.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Over ice cream: <\/strong>Get your whole life with a drizzle of this over <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/vanilla-ice-cream\/\">vanilla ice cream<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/brown-sugar-cookie-butter-ice-cream\/\">cookie butter ice cream<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/coffee-ice-cream\/\">coffee ice cream<\/a> or make a chocolate covered strawberry vibe with <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/homemade-strawberry-ice-cream\/\">strawberry ice cream<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Layer it Up: <\/strong>This ganache is a dream added to the layers of this <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/birthday-chocolate-cake\/\">chocolate birthday cake<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/raspberry-chocolate-cake\/\">chocolate raspberry cake<\/a> or in a classic <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/yellow-cake-recipe-chocolate-frosting\/\">yellow cake<\/a>.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cheesecake Vibes: <\/strong>This is a dream along with <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/caramel-sauce\/\">caramel sauce<\/a> over a <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/new-york-cheesecake-recipe\/\">New York cheesecake<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bars and Brownies: <\/strong>A bomb drizzle of ganache icing over <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/fudgy-chewy-brownies\/\">fudgy brownies<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/ginger-brown-butter-blondies\/\">brown butter blondies<\/a> is the move boos.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-recipe-substitutions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recipe_Substitutions\"><\/span>Recipe Substitutions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Heavy Cream: <\/strong>Half-and-half will create a lighter ganache which will be a bit less rich but will work in a pinch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bittersweet Chocolate: <\/strong> You can grab semi-sweet chocolate for a sweeter end result.  White chocolate, milk chocolate or dark chocolate can also be swapped in but your icing may require a little adjustment of the liquid to chocolate ratio. Just remember boos: the less cocoa butter content your chocolate has, the less heavy cream you\u2019ll need.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-recipe-variations-and-additions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recipe_Variations_and_Additions\"><\/span>Recipe Variations and Additions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Go Vegan:<\/strong> Go with a coconut cream or full fat coconut milk.  Make sure your chocolate is also dairy free.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mocha Vibes: <\/strong>Adding just a bit of instant coffee powder to your ganache will give you a hint of coffee notes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Infuse it Up: <\/strong>From extracts like vanilla and peppermint to herbs like lavender, you can really go all in and create more complex notes in your ganache.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brighten it Up: <\/strong>Sprinkle in a teaspoon of lemon or orange zest to really punch up the flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-expert-tips-and-tricks-for-making-the-best-ganache-recipe\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Expert_Tips_and_Tricks_for_making_the_best_ganache_recipe\"><\/span>Expert <strong>Tips and Tricks for making the best ganache recipe<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t Use Cheap Chocolate: <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Textural issues usually come from using cheap chocolate boos.  It can make your ganache greasy or even grainy which ain&#8217;t it!  If you want a richer, smoother sauce, go with pure quality chocolate.  <\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chop It Fine: <\/strong>If you chop the chocolate into finer pieces, it will melt quickly and evenly which will give you a smoother icing. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chop the chocolate into small, \u00bc- \u00bd inch sized pieces.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t Boil:<\/strong> Make sure you don&#8217;t overheat your cream.  If you do, it will give you a grainy final texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Spatula is Best<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span>Grab a spatula to stir everything together instead of a whisk.  We want to avoid adding too many air bubbles to our final sauce.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prevent Seizing: <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seizing happens when chocolate comes into contact with water. Make sure that your equipment is completely dry boos.\u00a0 <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-store-amp-reheat\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_store_reheat\"><\/span><strong>How to store &amp; reheat <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cool the ganache down to room temp, then transfer it to a resealable container and tuck it away.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you wanna warm it up, <\/span>heat in a microwave-safe bowl in 10 second increments, stirring in between.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-5low.jpeg\" alt=\"A rich chocolate ganache recipe being stirred in a white pot on white background\" class=\"wp-image-27306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-5low.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-5low-277x416.jpeg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-5low-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-5low-150x225.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-long-will-ganache-last-in-the-fridge\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_will_ganache_last_in_the_fridge\"><\/span><strong>How long will ganache last in the fridge?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ganache can be kept in the fridge for up to two weeks. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-can-i-freeze-chocolate-ganache\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_freeze_chocolate_ganache\"><\/span><strong>Can I freeze chocolate ganache?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can store ganache in a freezer for up to 3 months.  <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you want to use the ganache, thaw it overnight in the fridge. It will still be pretty hard, so you\u2019ll need to leave it in a warm place for a couple hours. Just <\/span>don&#8217;t re-freeze ganache! If ganache has been thawed, it should be eaten within a week.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span><strong>Frequently asked questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1722000432835\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I use chocolate chips to make ganache?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">I personally don&#8217;t recommend chocolate chips<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> since they can melt differently and don&#8217;t reach the same smooth consistency. If you <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">must <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">use chips or chunks, use a high-quality, bittersweet variety.\u00a0<\/span><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1722000434536\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Help! My ganache is broken!<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">To fix a broken ganache, reheat the mixture over a warm water bath (a double-boiler) while stirring vigorously. If that ain&#8217;t working, try adding a splash of room temp milk. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1722000437636\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What should I do if my ganache recipe consistency is too thick or too thin?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can easily adjust the consistency boos.  Add more warm cream if the ganache is too thick or you can let it continue to chill so it thickens up more if it is too thin (or add more chopped chocolate).<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Ganache is legit one of the easiest things you can make that creates a big impact in flavor.  Desserts are always much better when you add it boos.  it&#8217;s silky, smooth, and beyond delish.  Whether you drizzle it up or eat it by the spoon (I ain&#8217;t judging), it will be a hit every time you make it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-frostings-and-icings-recipes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_Frostings_and_Icings_recipes\"><\/span><strong>More Frostings and Icings recipes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/caramel-frosting-buttercream\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Caramel Buttercream<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-buttercream\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chocolate Swiss Meringue Buttercream<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/red-velvet-cake-with-blackberry-cream-cheese-frosting\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blackberry Cream Cheese Frosting<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/spiced-cider-apple-cake-recipe\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brown Butter Frosting<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/strawberry-sauce\/\">Strawberry Sauce<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/hard-sauce\/\">Hard Sauce<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-27299\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"27299\" data-servings=\"1\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-gbc-2024\"><div class=\"gbc-recipe-card\">\n  <div class=\"gbc-recipe-card-section gbc-recipe-card-section--top\">\n    <div class=\"gbc-recipe-card__img\">\n      <div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-normal\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666;\" width=\"450\" height=\"690\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Ganache-5low-450x690.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-vertical-thumbnail size-vertical-thumbnail\" alt=\"A spatula stirring a smooth chocolate ganache in a white pot on a white background\" \/><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"gbc-recipe-card__top-right\">\n      <h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-bold\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chocolate_Ganache\"><\/span>Chocolate Ganache<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n      <div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Rich and silky, this Chocolate Ganache recipe is ready in just 5 minutes! 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  <div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-27299-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"27299\" data-servings=\"1\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"><\/span>Ingredients<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2&#032;cup&#032;bittersweet chocolate\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">bittersweet chocolate<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2&#032;cup&#032;heavy whipping cream\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">heavy whipping cream<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"gbc-recipe-card-section gbc-recipe-card-section--bottom\">\n    <div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-27299-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"27299\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Instructions\"><\/span>Instructions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-27299-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Using a serrated knife, coarsely chop the chocolate to 1\/4-1\/2 inch pieces. Transfer the chocolate to a heat-proof glass or metal bowl. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-27299-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Bring the heavy cream to a simmer around the edges but not boiling on the stovetop then pour it over the chocolate. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-27299-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Allow the cream and chocolate to sit for a few minutes.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-27299-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Using a spatula then mix until smooth and allow it to cool to room temperature to thicken before using.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n    <div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Notes\"><\/span>Notes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Ganache can be kept in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or stored in the freezer for no more than 3 months. To do so, allow the ganache to completely cool, then transfer it to a resealable container and tuck it away.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">When you want to use the ganache, thaw it overnight in the fridge. It will still be pretty hard, so you\u2019ll need to leave it in a warm place for a couple hours, or you can warm it gently in the microwave. Heat in a microwave-safe bowl in 10 second increments, stirring in between.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">Do not re-freeze ganache! If ganache has been thawed, it should be eaten within a week. <\/span><\/div><\/div>\n    <h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nutrition\"><\/span>Nutrition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">917<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">49<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">78<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">47<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">23<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">168<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">54<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">585<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">32<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">1793<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container 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