Many bakers find themselves with leftover Ganache after a cake or cupcake decorating project. No one wants to waste what could be delicious food but what to do with leftover Ganache? With these sweet treats, you don’t have to throw it away!
As someone who has experienced having leftovers, I adapted them for other dishes. I will share some great ideas for what to do with leftover Ganache ideas in this blog. I also show you how to store Ganache properly.
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What Is Ganache?
Chocolate ganache is the French term for a smooth mixture of chopped chocolate and heavy cream. To make Ganache, hot cream is poured over chopped chocolate and the mixture is stirred until smooth, silky, and shiny.
Chocolate Ganache is a great all-purpose ingredient in any baker’s kitchen. It’s not only easy and quick, it’s uniquely versatile. It can be used as filling, dip or spread, frosting, topping or layer in a cake.
What To Do With Leftover Ganache?
Finding More Things to Put a Topping on
One of the best ways to use leftover Ganache is by topping other dishes or food types with this delicious ingredient. There are so many different kinds of foods that you can use Ganache as a topping. If you find that you have leftover Ganache after making a cake and you may not be inclined to make another full cake, you could consider coating truffles with Ganache. It can also be used on cookies, cake pops, and just about any small baked good.
Turning Ganache into Truffles
Another idea you can consider is turning the leftover Ganache into truffles. After Ganache has been left out too long, it tends to turn into something more like fudge than a liquid-like icing. The chocolate ganache will harden enough to mould into other shapes, such as a truffle.
Roll chilled (not frozen) Ganache into balls, roll in some cocoa powder, coconut toppings, sprinkles, or other truffle toppings. You can turn the Ganache into little chocolate bites that everyone can enjoy. This is especially useful for leftover Ganache, as it can be saved and used to make quick truffle recipes.
Making Ganache Fondue
Warm Ganache is perfect for dipping cut fruit, pieces of cake, marshmallows, and pretzels. In a similar vein, leftover ganache can be turned into fondue. All you will need for this is a source of heat and foods to dip into the chocolate. Warm Ganache can be enjoyed in the way that people enjoy chocolate fondue.
Given that this won’t use up a lot of the Ganache, it is best for those with small amounts or other uses planned.
Using the Ganache as a Filling
Donuts, cupcakes, and similar foods can be given an extra flavor by using Ganache as a filling. If you have leftover Ganache but not enough to a full big cake, It is a good idea to fill your Ganache for smaller cupcakes or donuts.
Turning Ganache into Fudge
If it’s already at a fudge-like consistency, you could just end up eating it as that. All we need to do is to warm the Ganache up, stir in some nuts and dried fruit and then pour it into a cake pan to set.
How To Store Ganache?
For the extended life of Ganache, you need to store it properly.
To avoid developing a sugar crust or film, place a plastic wrap piece on top of the leftover Ganache.
Classic Ganache stays good for two days at room temperature. If you refrigerate Ganache, it will keep for up to a couple of weeks. If you want to store leftover Ganache for more than couples of weeks, it must be frozen. It will stay good for up to 3 months if frozen properly.
Some Related Questions
How long does Ganache last in the fridge?
Ganache will keep for a couple of weeks in the fridge and it is perfectly possible to freeze this Ganache as it is a fairly stable mixture. Transfer the unused Ganache to a resealable container and freeze it for up to 3 months. When you want to use the ganache, thaw it overnight in the fridge
Can I remelt chocolate ganache?
Yes. Warm it very gently over barely simmering (or just hot) water. Try not to beat it that incorporates bubbles which can mar the smooth surface.
How long can you keep ganache for?
Ganache has an uncertain lifespan. How long Ganache lasts depends on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, how it’s made, where and how it is stored as well as the ingredients used to make it. But broadly speaking, Ganache stored in the fridge is good for as long as its date of cream used to make it.
It also depends on the type of chocolate and cream used for making it. The cleanliness, preparation method, and hygienic condition also determine how long the Ganache will last in your pantry before you have to throw it away. If your Ganache contains a high percentage of cocoa solids and cream with high fat content, it will last much longer.
Conclusion
Ganache is a versatile food option. It is easy to make, it can be adapted for a wide range of food types. You can do many things with leftover Ganache.
Instead of throwing the leftover away, let try some great treat ideas I have mentioned above.
I am Paula D. Gonzales. As a Product Designer, I have worked with companies like AMC Culinary Cookware, counting over 6 years of professional experience in the cookwares field.
In this blog, I will review various cookware products such as cookware benefits, non-stick safety, healthy cookware, taste, durability, PFOA free, and induction cookware. My goal is to build a rigorous evaluation of various cookware products so that you and I can better understand the differences in the products and their relative benefits.