Meaning & use
ganache
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A smooth mixture of chocolate and cream used in confectionery, often as a filling, glaze, or frosting.
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The baker poured warm ganache over the cake for a glossy finish.
Truffles are typically made by rolling chilled ganache into balls and coating them in cocoa powder.
A note on using this word
Ganache originated in 19th-century French confectionery, and its ratio of chocolate to cream determines whether it sets firm enough for truffles or stays pourable for a glaze.
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