Easy to make home made Chocolate Ganache

Chocolate Ganache glazed cupcake, I like to dip my cupcakes in the Ganache instead of pouring on so it is less messy
This is the whipped version and then I put it in a bag with a star shaped tip for frosting, you can also let set longer and use as a firmer darker frosting for piping.

Ingredients

• 12 ounces chocolate, chopped into small pieces
• 1 cup heavy cream
• optional 3 tablespoons flavored liqueor

Instructions:

Place chocolate pieces in a large bowl. Heat heavy cream on medium high until it comes to a boil. Remove from heat and immediately pour cream over chocolate and stir until completely mixed and glossy. Allow ganache to cool before pouring over cakes as a glaze. The longer you allow the ganache to cool, the thicker it will set. Typically I stick mine in the refrigerator so it is slightly cold before whipping. For piping or frosting, allow the ganache to completely cool and set up. When you are able to spoon the ganache and it can hold its texture, it is ready for piping.

This is very easy to make and you can also use this to fill your cupcakes as well, for a yummy filling and to add a different texture. If you are planning to add sprinkles to the glazed Ganache you need to apply them as soon as you dip them so that it doesn't set and harden, then sprinkles will just roll off. Good luck and if you make this let me know how it turns out and please send me pictures=)

Melissa