Description
A luxuriously rich, stable whipped cream made with just white chocolate, heavy cream, and vanilla. This whipped ganache holds its shape for days—perfect for frosting cakes, filling pastries, or piping elegant dollops on desserts.
Ingredients
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- 4 oz The Rich Foundation (High-Quality White Chocolate finely chopped — key to rich flavor and stability)
- 2 cups The Creamy Body (Heavy Cream divided (1 cup hot + 1 cup cold) — backbone of the light, airy cream)
- 1 1/2 tsp The Flavor Enhancer (Vanilla Extract warm aromatic depth that complements the white chocolate sweetness)
Instructions
Prepare the White Chocolate Ganache
- Place the finely chopped white chocolate into a medium heat-proof bowl.
Heat Half the Cream
- In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup heavy cream over medium until steaming with small bubbles at the edges. Do not boil.
Create the Silky Ganache
- Pour the hot cream over the chopped white chocolate. Let sit, undisturbed, for 5 minutes.
- Add the vanilla extract, then gently whisk from the center outward until the ganache is completely smooth and glossy.
Chill
- Stir in the remaining 1 cup cold cream until combined.
- Cover bowl with plastic wrap pressed directly on the surface. Chill at least 4 hours (or overnight) until fully cold.
Whip to Fluffy Perfection
- Transfer chilled ganache to a stand mixer (or use a hand mixer) fitted with the whisk attachment.
- Whip on low, gradually increasing to medium-high, for 3–5 minutes—until thick, light, and holding medium-stiff peaks with a slight curl. Avoid over-whipping.
Notes
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Stability: This whipped ganache is over 95% more stable than regular whipped cream—no weeping or deflating for days.
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Uses: Perfect for cake frosting, cupcake piping, pastry filling, or as an elegant garnish.
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Make-Ahead: Prepare through Step 4 and refrigerate up to 24 hours ahead; then whip and serve.
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Variations: Stir in 1 tsp citrus zest or swap half the vanilla for almond extract for a flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Toppings
- Cuisine: Baking, International Recipes
Nutrition
- Calories: 230
