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Ganache - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Ganache is a smooth, creamy mixture of chocolate and cream, used as a filling, frosting, or glaze in desserts like cakes and truffles. It can also be flavored.

ganache

/ɡəˈnɑʃ/ /ɡəˈnæʃ/

Definition:

A smooth mixture of chocolate and cream, used as a filling or topping for cakes and pastries.

Synonyms:

chocolate glaze, frosting, icing, filling

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

dry cake, plain cake, unfrosted cake

Common Collocations:

chocolate ganache, ganache filling, ganache frosting, whipped ganache

Derivatives:

ganaches (plural), ganache-like

Usage Tips:

Use ganache warm for pouring or cooled for spreading; adjust cream ratio for thickness.

Common Phrases:

rich ganache, dark chocolate ganache, silky ganache

Etymology:

From French "ganache," meaning "jowl" or "muzzle," later used metaphorically for a thick paste.

Examples:

  • 1. The baker poured ganache over the cake for a glossy finish.
  • 2. She prefers ganache frosting because it’s rich and smooth.
  • 3. Stir the ganache until it’s shiny and lump-free.
  • 4. Let the ganache cool before piping it onto cupcakes.

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