Our Best Ganache Recipes

Craving something sweet? Perhaps something a little creamy and chocolaty? We got it all covered, covered in ganache that is!

The great thing with ganache is that it’s so versatile. Spread it on some macarons, whip it up into a cloud-like frosting, or even flavor it and roll it up like a truffle. We’ve shared our best tips and favorite recipes with you the last two weeks, so let’s review all the deliciousness. Enjoy!

How to Make Ganache

First things first, learn the basics of making ganache.

Temperatures and Ratios

Learn all about the temperatures needed to create ganache and which ratios work for different uses.

How to Flavor Ganache

Move beyond the basics and add flavor to your ganache!

How to Cover a Cake

Easily cover a cake with pourable ganache.

Homemade Truffles

These homemade truffles are simple to make and are a delicious gift.

How to Temper Chocolate

Get step-by-step instructions to create perfectly tempered chocolate.

Truffle Pops

If you like cake pops, you’ll love these fun truffle pops!

Molded Truffles

When you’re feeling more confident with your chocolate skills, it’s time to start making gorgeous molded truffles.

Brownie Pops

Brownies + ganache = tasty brownie pops! Try these fun, bite-sized desserts for a party.

This post originally appeared in February 2016 and was revised and republished in February 2022.