Description
A silky, zesty lemon ganache made with white chocolate and fresh lemon juice, perfect for fillings, frostings, or drizzling over desserts.
Ingredients
- White Chocolate: 200g (about 7 oz) – Provides the creamy base and sweetness.
- Heavy Cream: 100ml – Adds richness and smooth texture.
- Unsalted Butter: 30g – Gives it body and a glossy finish.
- Lemon Juice: 60ml – Delivers that sharp citrus kick.
- Lemon Zest: From 2 lemons – Intensifies the lemon flavor with aromatic oils.
- Salt: A pinch – Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Place white chocolate in a heatproof bowl and set aside. Ensure your saucepan and whisk are clean and dry.
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, heat the cream, lemon juice, zest, and salt until hot but not boiling.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Pour the hot mixture over the chocolate and let sit for 2 minutes.
- Assemble the Dish: Gently whisk until smooth, then stir in the butter until glossy and incorporated.
- Cook to Perfection: If needed, melt over a double boiler to ensure smooth consistency.
- Finishing Touches: Strain for a silky finish and cool slightly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Use immediately or refrigerate to firm up.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for best texture.
- Chill ganache for firmer consistency before piping.
- Adjust lemon zest for more tanginess.
- Always use fresh lemon juice for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 batch
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: lemon ganache, citrus ganache, white chocolate lemon filling, lemon dessert sauce