Chocolate Satin Ganache

Need a chocolate fix?
I’ve got you covered!
This frosting is a chocolate lover’s dream. So silky, creamy and rich with a deep chocolate flavor. The best part? When drizzled over your cakes or cupcakes it leaves a shiny, satiny finish that really hikes you up a notch on the “I am a really good baker” list.
I made these pretty healthy cupcakes the other day (recipe coming soon) so I didn’t feel  a lot of guilt dunking the tops of these cupcakes into the frosting and giving them a satiny, beautiful finish. I did in fact, feel guilty taking spoonfuls of the frosting and enjoying every creamy bite, but that is a different story…
This is a thin frosting so think drizzling, glazing, dunking, dipping and swirling. Do not think about piping, spreading or doing any sort of design with it. It is just not that type of frosting. It is also a yummy dip for fruit, graham crackers or shortbread, but it won’t harden, so be aware of that. It stays soft and shiny and the flavor is sure to wow you.
I will follow up with the cupcake recipe…truly a delicious one as well! In the meantime, make a batch of this frosting and dip away. It makes a lot so you will have some left for the cupcakes too!

Chocolate Satin Ganache

3/4 cup of evaporated milk
1 cup sugar
8 ounces of bittersweet dark chocolate, chopped
8 tblsp butter, softened
1 tsp vanilla

In a small saucepan, gently heat evaporated milk and sugar until it comes to a gentle boil. Remove from heat and add chocolate. Stir until melted. Allow mixure to cool. Add butter and vanilla to cooled mixture and beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.

Use immediately.

 

Store leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator. Let ganache come back to room temperature before using again.