15/04/2026
Today, we're exploring... Chocolate Ganache!
Chocolate ganache is just one of those things that are simple but nuanced. Just 2 ingredients, yet the possibilities are endless.
At its core, ganache is simply chocolate and cream. But the magic lies in the ratio. Change it up, and you completely change what you can do with it. In our Tart coursebook, we take a deep dive into how ganache can be made, how it can be tweaked, and 3 helpful ratios to start you off.
Here are a few things worth knowing about different chocolates and how they affect your ganache.
โ Dark chocolate has the most cocoa solids, so it needs more cream to reach the same consistency as milk or white chocolate.
โ A little butter (10โ20g) is optional, but it gives your ganache that extra glossy, luxurious finish
โ Always pour the hot cream over the chocolate โ not the other way around โ and let it sit for about 2 minutes before stirring
โ If you want whipped ganache, you should always let it cool first, then beat on medium-high. It can be overwhipped, so make sure you keep a watch!
The ratio doesn't have to be exact. More chocolate = stiffer ganache. Adjust it to what you need and go from there.
Save this one โ it's a keeper. ๐ซ
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Want to master tart-making? This May, we're running Tarts In Bloom โ a cosy, hands-on masterclass where you'll learn to make tarts from scratch. Here's what to expect:
โ A 100-page coursebook & set of tart rings to bring home
โ No washing up โ ever
โ Small, intimate group of 4
โ Guided tastings alongside artisanal coffee
๐ Link in bio to book your spot.