Whipped White Chocolate Pistachio Ganache Recipe
This Whipped White Chocolate Pistachio Ganache is a luscious and creamy dessert topping made from rich white chocolate, smooth pistachio paste, and heavy cream. Perfect for adding a nutty, sweet, and velvety texture to cakes, pastries, or as a decadent filling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 3 cups (enough for topping multiple desserts) 1x
- Category: Dessert Topping
- Method: Microwave and Whip
- Cuisine: French-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ganache Ingredients
- 600 g white chocolate, chopped
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 100 g pistachio paste
- 1–2 drops pistachio or almond extract (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the chopped white chocolate into a medium-sized heatproof bowl. Pour in the heavy cream and pistachio paste to prepare for melting.
- Heat Mixture: Microwave the bowl for 30 seconds and stir well. Repeat heating in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Mix Thoroughly: Stir continuously until the ganache is smooth and all the ingredients are evenly incorporated. At this stage, you can use the ganache as is for a softer consistency or continue to the next step for a whipped texture.
- Chill Ganache: Cover the ganache tightly with cling film, ensuring the film touches the surface to prevent air bubbles. Refrigerate the mixture for 2 hours to allow it to firm up.
- Whip Ganache: After chilling, whisk the ganache for a couple of minutes until it becomes light and fluffy, turning into a firmer whipped pistachio ganache.
- Use: Use this whipped ganache to top your favorite cakes, pastries, or desserts to add rich pistachio flavor and creamy texture.
Notes
- Ensure the chocolate is chopped finely to help it melt evenly.
- Use high-quality white chocolate and pistachio paste for best flavor.
- The optional pistachio or almond extract enhances the nutty aroma but can be omitted.
- If the ganache splits or looks grainy when melting, stir continuously and make sure to heat gently.
- Refrigeration is essential to achieving the right texture for whipping.
- Store leftover ganache in the refrigerator and use within 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (approx. 40 g)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
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