Chocolate bundles with chocolate ganache are a delightful treat that combines the richness of chocolate with the creaminess of ganache. These bundles are perfect for special occasions or as a decadent dessert to enjoy with friends and family. With a variety of recipes available, you're sure to find the perfect combination of flavors and textures to satisfy your sweet tooth. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey to create these irresistible chocolate bundles with chocolate ganache.
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CHOCOLATE BUNDLES W/ CHOCOLATE GANACHE
Categories Chocolate Dessert Bake Christmas Valentine's Day Quick & Easy New Year's Eve Phyllo/Puff Pastry Dough Pastry
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bundles: Preheat oven to 350 F. Unfold puff pastry and cut the sheet into 2 (4 by 4 inch squares). Beat eggs and cream to create egg wash. Brush pastry squares w/ egg wash. Place 2 kisses and 1 mini candy bar in the center of each pastry square. Repeat w/ remaining kisses and mini-bars. Pull corners of the square up around the chocolate, brushing edges w/ more egg wash, if necessary, to create a secure bundle. Brush exteriors of chocolate bundles w/ more egg wash. Repeat w/ remaining bundles. Place bundles on a sheet pan lined w/ parchment paper. Bake for about 35 min or until golden brown. Ganache: In a sauce pan bring heavy cream to a boil. Place the chocolate pieces in a bowl and pour hot cream over top. Whisk until smooth. Puddle ganache onto a plate and place 1 bundle on top. Top w/ whipped cream and additional ganache if desired. Serve bundles garnished with strawberry slices and mint sprigs.
GANACHE, SOFT FILLING FOR CHOCOLATES ETC...
For a "team-building" day I went with colleagues to a Delft Chocolate shop where they hand make everything and they gave us lessons! Afterward I tried a cookbook Ganache recipe and it didn't work so I went back to this shop and they gave me the quantities that we'd used in our lesson and it works very well indeed ! NOTE: I have been making these recently using my silicone ice cube moulds, and they work FANTASTICALLY! (the smaller forms work best)...they are soft and flexible enough to make these really easily and it saves the fiddly business of having to peel away the mini muffin papers off the cocolates later too. I find that we like more liqueur in ours as the flavour as I was given it was not pronounced enough for us. I sometimes use white chocolate for my filling and add a few drops of red or yellow food colour to make a creamy pink or yellow filling, with or without strawberry, lemon or banana flavouring inside a dark chocolate outside case. Please see my step-by-step photos for further reference on assembling these. 200g = 7 1/8 oz, 120g = 4 1/4 oz, 60g = 2.1 oz, 140g = 5 oz, 25g = 7/8 oz. Yield depends on the size and shape of your silicone ice-cube forms.
Provided by kiwidutch
Categories Candy
Time 55m
Yield 20-25 chocolates
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- To make chocolate cases: melt 200g ( 7 oz) chocolate over a pan of warm water, do not overheat, when three quarters of it is melted, remove from heat and stir vigorously, this should distribute the heat and melt the remaining chocolate without it getting too hot and going "grainy".
- Take a small teaspoon of melted chocolate and " paint" the inside of your mini muffin paper or the insides of your silicone ice block forms. If coverage is a bit skimpy don't panic. these set in the fridge in minutes and a second coat is easier and works better than trying to get one very thick coat. Put them in the fridge to harden. Reserve enough of your chocolate to cover the bottom of your forms once they have been filled with the ganache filling.
- Put butter and cream in a saucepan and bring to boil, stirring all the time.
- Remove from heat and add chocolate and liqueur.
- Stir well until smooth (heat of mixture will melt chocolate) leave to cool a little, then let cool.
- Use as soft filling for chocolates and tartes.
- This does thicken up over time, and good chocolate is never refrigerated, just kept in a cool dry place. If these are refrigerated the filling gets very firm over time.
- By now your ganache filling mixture should be cool enough to put into the chocolate cases, using a piping bag or a teaspoon, fill them with the ganache, (but not quite to the very top of the chocolate case) Then put them back into the fridge for a while, and once set a little solid, put a "top" of melted chocolate on them to seal them closed and refrigerate until the top too is solid. I like to keep these in the fridge for a least a few hours or somewhere nice and cool overnight before I try and get them out of the forms.
- If using mini muffin papers, peel away the papers from the chocolates (this can be fiddly, don't press too hard as you peel them or your chocolate will break), If using the silicone ice cube forms, GENTLY easy the chocolates out of the forms, they will just pop out -- plate up and amaze your guests with these divine triumphs !
CHOCOLATE GANACHE
This smooth, satin chocolate ganache recipe will bring a touch of elegance to even the most basic cake. A simple garnish, like fresh fruit, adds the finishing touch. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 1-1/4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Place chocolate chips in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; whisk until smooth., For a pourable ganache, cool, stirring occasionally, until mixture reaches 85°-90° and is slightly thickened, about 40 minutes. Pour over cake, allowing some to drape down the sides. Spread ganache with a spatula if necessary to evenly coat, working quickly before it thickens. Let stand until set., For spreadable ganache, chill, stirring occasionally, until mixture reaches a spreading consistency. Spread over cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 8mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CHOCOLATE GANACHE
This is a rich, dark chocolate topping or decoration that has lots of uses. It can be whipped as filling or icing, or just poured over whatever cake you like.
Provided by INGRIDEVOGEL
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French
Time 20m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place the chocolate into a medium bowl. Heat the cream in a small sauce pan over medium heat. Bring just to a boil, watching very carefully because if it boils for a few seconds, it will boil out of the pot. When the cream has come to a boil, pour over the chopped chocolate, and whisk until smooth. Stir in the rum if desired.
- Allow the ganache to cool slightly before pouring over a cake. Start at the center of the cake and work outward. For a fluffy frosting or chocolate filling, allow it to cool until thick, then whip with a whisk until light and fluffy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.5 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 21.1 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 6.5 mg, Sugar 7.1 g
CHOCOLATE GANACHE
I love chocolate, so i put this on everything. If you use less heavy cream, then u can use this as a frosting for cakes or brownies.
Provided by Vchef607
Categories Dessert
Time 10m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- place a small pot on medium heat and add heavy cream. Bring to a low boil.
- Pour over chocolate chips and mix until thoroughly melted.
- Add in butter and vanilla extract.
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, gather all the ingredients and equipment you'll need. This will make the cooking process smoother and more efficient.
- Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of the chocolate you use will greatly impact the final flavor of your dish. Opt for high-quality, dark chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%. If your chocolate is too bitter, you can add a little sugar or honey to taste.
- Temper your chocolate: Tempering chocolate is a process of heating and cooling it in a specific way to stabilize it and give it a smooth, shiny finish. This step is essential for making chocolate ganache and chocolate bundles.
- Chill your ganache: Once you've made your chocolate ganache, chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before using. This will help it firm up and make it easier to work with.
- Use a piping bag: A piping bag is a great tool for filling chocolate bundles with ganache. It allows you to control the amount of ganache you put in each bundle and makes it easy to create a neat and tidy appearance.
- Garnish your chocolate bundles: Once you've filled the chocolate bundles with ganache, you can garnish them with a variety of toppings, such as chopped nuts, sprinkles, or edible gold leaf. This will add a touch of extra flavor and elegance.
Conclusion:
Chocolate bundles with chocolate ganache are a delicious and elegant dessert that are perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a little practice, you'll be able to create these delightful treats like a pro. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!
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