Ganache For Hot Chocolate and Mochas

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
2%
Ganache For Hot Chocolate and Mochas
45 min.
2
254kcal

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Indulge in the velvety richness of our Ganache for Hot Chocolate and Mochas, a luscious recipe that promises to elevate your cozy beverage experience. Whether you're savoring a quiet evening at home or entertaining friends during the chilly months, this ganache is the perfect companion for your hot drinks. Made with just two simple ingredients, our guilt-free ganache is not only incredibly easy to whip up, but it also caters to a variety of dietary preferences—it's vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP!

The magic begins when boiling water meets coarsely chopped dark chocolate, transforming into a silky-smooth emulsion that you can spoon into your favorite mug of hot chocolate or drizzle atop a steaming mocha. In just 45 minutes, you'll have a decadent treat that serves two people, packing a punch of flavor and warmth with every sip. Each serving comes with a mere 254 calories, allowing you to indulge without compromise.

Ideal for those who love to create delightful drink experiences at home, this ganache can even be made ahead and stored in your fridge for up to a week. So, whether you're a busy parent, a coffee connoisseur, or someone looking to explore the delightful world of homemade hot beverages, this ganache recipe from Blue Bottle's experts is sure to become a go-to staple in your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 85 chocolate dark coarsely chopped
  • 0.3 cup water boiling (2 fl oz / 60 ml)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • roasting pan
  • microwave
  • measuring cup
  • immersion blender

Directions

  1. Put the chocolate in a small bowl or 2-cup glass measuring cup.
  2. Pour the boiling water over the chocolate and stir until smooth and the chocolate is melted. If you have an immersion blender, use it to fully emulsify the mixture.
  3. The ganache can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Reheat gently in a microwave before using.
  4. James Freeman is the founder and owner of Blue Bottle Coffee Company. After starting out in a tiny converted potting shed in Oakland a few years ago, Blue Bottle is now the country's leading artisan roaster, with six cafés in the San Francisco Bay Area, roasteries on both coasts, and a presence on the High Line and in Rockefeller Ceneter and Chelsea in Manhattan. In addition to its cafés, Blue Bottle is served in fine restaurants nationwide, including Chez Panisse, Gramery Tavern, Coi, and others, and regularly garners national media attention. See www.bluebottlecoffee.com for more.Caitlin Freeman is the resident pastry chef for Blue Bottle Coffee Company and was a longtime owner of the San Francisco cake and sweets shop, Miette. James and Caitlin Freeman live in San Francisco, CA.A staff writer for the San Francisco Chronicle's food section for ten years, Tara Duggan earned a James Beard Award for best newspaper column and was nominated for an additional James Beard Award for feature writing. She lives with her family in San Francisco, and this is her third book.

Nutrition Facts

Calories254kcal
Protein5.21%
Fat64.11%
Carbs30.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.5
Glycemic Load
3.42
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
8.8369565411754%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:254.15kcal
12.71%
Fat:18.12g
27.87%
Saturated Fat:10.41g
65.05%
Carbohydrates:19.51g
6.5%
Net Carbohydrates:14.88g
5.41%
Sugar:10.2g
11.33%
Cholesterol:1.27mg
0.43%
Sodium:9.98mg
0.43%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:34mg
11.33%
Protein:3.31g
6.62%
Manganese:0.83mg
41.4%
Copper:0.76mg
37.76%
Iron:5.06mg
28.1%
Magnesium:97.2mg
24.3%
Fiber:4.63g
18.53%
Phosphorus:130.9mg
13.09%
Zinc:1.41mg
9.4%
Potassium:303.88mg
8.68%
Selenium:2.89µg
4.13%
Calcium:31.91mg
3.19%
Vitamin K:3.1µg
2.95%
Vitamin B3:0.45mg
2.24%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.98%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.95%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.78%
Vitamin E:0.25mg
1.67%
Source:Epicurious