Description
A rich and creamy peanut butter ganache made with smooth peanut butter, heavy cream, and dark chocolate. Perfect as a decadent drizzle, dip, or filling for desserts, this quick and easy ganache combines the luscious flavors of peanut butter and chocolate with a silky smooth texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Ganache Ingredients
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the Cream: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer, ensuring it doesn’t boil to maintain the smooth texture of the ganache.
- Melt the Chocolate: Remove the saucepan from heat and add the chopped semi-sweet or dark chocolate. Stir continuously until the chocolate fully melts and the mixture becomes smooth and silky.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in the creamy peanut butter, butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt if desired. Mix thoroughly until the ganache is glossy, smooth, and well incorporated.
- Cool the Ganache: Allow the ganache to cool for about 10 minutes to thicken slightly. For a thicker consistency suitable for dipping or filling, let it cool longer at room temperature.
- Store or Use: Use the ganache immediately as a drizzle, dip, or filling. Alternatively, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. When ready to use from the fridge, gently reheat to restore its smooth texture.
Notes
- Use creamy peanut butter for the smoothest texture.
- Semi-sweet or dark chocolate offers a nice balance; adjust sweetness by choosing milk chocolate if preferred.
- The pinch of salt enhances the peanut butter and chocolate flavors but is optional.
- Gently reheat refrigerated ganache over low heat or in short bursts in the microwave to avoid seizing.
- Let the ganache cool completely for a thicker consistency ideal for truffles or fillings.
