This White Chocolate Hazelnut Ganache is creamy, nutty and delicious. It is made with four ingredients and prepared in 10 minutes. Use it to frost cakes, top brownies or fill macarons.
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If you are a hazelnut lover, you will love this white chocolate hazelnut ganache. It has a smooth texture and strong hazelnut flavor from the nut butter and hazelnut flavoring. This frosting recipe is tried and tested and is excellent for desserts like this Hazelnut Coffee Cake.
You'll also enjoy this Ferrero Rocher Cake, Best Chocolate Pistachio Cake and Easy Coffee and Walnut Cake.
Why This Recipe Works
- This hazelnut frosting combines rich, nutty flavors with sweet white chocolate to make an impressive frosting.
- This recipe is fuss-free as it only requires four ingredients and one bowl.
- It can be used to frost cupcakes, cakes, fill donuts and cheesecake.
- Double or triple this ganache recipe for a larger batch.
Ingredients
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
- White chocolate: Select good-quality white chocolate for the best flavor and texture.
- Heavy cream: Use full-fat cream for the best texture.
- Hazelnut butter: For the ganache, use good-quality hazelnut cream. Make sure it is sugar-free for a richer, nutty flavor. You can also use hazelnut spread or make it from scratch like this Creamy Almond Butter.
- Hazelnut flavoring: Add this for a richer, nutty flavor.
Tips and Substitutions
- Measuring scale: To achieve the desired smooth and creamy texture, weigh the ingredients accurately.
- Stirring: It is important to stir the ingredients between each interval to make sure the ingredients combine.
- Heat: Be careful when heating the mixture as heating it for too long can result in the chocolate burning.
- Variations: If you enjoy this ganache, you may also like this Creamy Lemon Ganache Frosting, Whipped White Chocolate Pistachio Ganache and Easy Milk Chocolate Ganache.
How to Make White Chocolate Hazelnut Ganache
- Add chopped white chocolate to a large heatproof bowl.
- Then, pour heavy cream into the bowl.
- Next, add hazelnut butter and a pinch of salt to the bowl.
- Heat the mixture for 30 seconds and stir.
- Repeat the previous step until the chocolate has fully melted.
- Then, mix until smooth. You can use the ganache now or follow the remaining steps to whip it into a fluffy frosting.
- Place a plastic wrap on top of the ganache and ensure it is touching to prevent air bubbles.
- Then, let the ganache set for 30 minutes to 1 hour or at cool room temperature for 2 hours.
9. Once the ganache has set, remove the plastic wrap.
10. Use a hand-held electric whisk to whisk the ganache for 2-3 minutes or until fluffy.
11. Serve this nutty hazelnut ganache with desserts.
Recipe FAQs
Yes, the nutty flavors of hazelnuts complement the rich cocoa flavors of chocolate.
Ganache is made with chocolates and cream. Additional ingredients like pistachio paste, caramel or lemon can be added to flavor the ganache.
Refrigerate ganache for up to a week in an airtight container or plastic wrap. It can also be frozen for up to three months. Let it thaw in the fridge once you are ready to use it.
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White Chocolate Hazelnut Ganache
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- Hand-held electric whisk
Ingredients
- 600 g white chocolate chopped
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 100 g hazelnut paste
- 1-2 drops of hazelnut extract optional
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Add white chocolate to a heat-proof medium-sized bowl, pour in heavy cream, almond butter and a pinch of salt.
- Next, heat the ingredients in a microwave for 30 seconds and stir. Repeat this step until the chocolate is fully melted and everything is combined.
- Once the ganache is smooth and evenly combined let it cool and use it as desired or follow the rest of the recipe for a firmer whipped ganache.
- Cover the hazelnut ganahce with plastic wrap and make sure it is touching the ganache to prevent air bubbles. Then, refrigerate for 2 hours and whisk for a couple of minutes.
- Finally, add this decadent hazelnut ganache to your favorite desserts!
Notes
- Measuring Scale: Weigh the ingredients accurately to ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
- Stirring: Stir the ingredients between each interval to ensure they combine well.
- Heat: Be cautious when heating the mixture to avoid burning the chocolate.
Jen Sim
If you are looking for a rich and nutty hazelnut frosting or filling, then this white chocolate hazelnut ganache is a delicious option!