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This two ingredient Microwave Chocolate Ganache comes together in less than five minutes and is amazing on it’s own or as a glaze, sauce or filling for your favorite dessert. #ganache #chocolate #dessertfoodrecipes #easydessert #microwave

This two ingredient Microwave Chocolate Ganache comes together in less than five minutes and is destined to be made repeatedly.

A bowl of Microwave Chocolate Ganache with a whisk sits on a wooden tray surrounded by a napkin, cream and a bowl of chocolate chips.

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Original content posted February 2017.  Updated February 2020.

This Microwave Chocolate Ganache is my secret to making amazing desserts and an easy way to turn around a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day.  (Bonus points if you know that children’s book.)  

My sincere apologies for not drawing your attention to the amazing-ness that it is sooner.  It’s just so insanely simple that I didn’t want you to laugh at me for sharing it with you.  You aren’t laughing, right?

A bowl of Microwave Chocolate Ganache with a whisk.

How easy, you ask?  So easy that it uses just two ingredients, takes less than five minutes to prepare and comes together thanks to a microwave.  A MICROWAVE, friends.  I’ve never used that word in a recipe title ever.  EVER.

I always have the ingredients for this Microwave Chocolate Ganache on hand.  My favorite dark chocolate chips and whipping cream delivered to my doorstep each week by a local dairy.  

Step by step photos of how to create Microwave Chocolate Ganache.

How to Make Microwave Chocolate Ganache

[1]  In a microwave safe bowl, add dark chocolate chips and whipping cream.

[2]  Microwave on HIGH for 1 minute and 10 seconds.

[3]  Whisk together until completely combined.

[4]  Store any unused ganache in refrigerator.

A hand dips a strawberry into a bowl of Microwave Chocolate Ganache.

How to Use Microwave Chocolate Ganache

This two ingredient Microwave Chocolate Ganache comes together in less than five minutes and is amazing on it’s own as a simple dip for fresh fruit and is equally amazing as the star ingredient in desserts such as my Black Bottom No Bake Cherry Cheesecake, Chocolate Covered Strawberry Ice Cream Tart and Sno-Cap Chocolate Ganache Brownies.

An overhead shot of a bowl of Microwave Chocolate Ganache sitting on a grey napkin on a wooden tray.

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4.16 from 26 votes

Microwave Chocolate Ganache

This two ingredient Microwave Chocolate Ganache comes together in less than five minutes and is destined to be made repeatedly.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time1 min
Total Time6 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 2559kcal
Author: Melanie Bauer | Melanie Makes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups dark chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup whipping cream

Instructions

  • In a microwave safe bowl, add dark chocolate chips and whipping cream.
  • Microwave on HIGH for 1 minute and 10 seconds.
  • Whisk together until completely combined.
  • Store any unused ganache in refrigerator.

Nutrition

Calories: 2559kcal | Carbohydrates: 207g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 178g | Saturated Fat: 145g | Cholesterol: 248mg | Sodium: 453mg | Potassium: 2412mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 123g | Vitamin A: 2625IU | Vitamin C: 2.9mg | Calcium: 1207mg | Iron: 4.6mg

Looking for more ways to use my Microwave Chocolate Ganache?  It would be perfect in these Strawberry Cupcakes with Ganache, Red Velvet Chocolate Ganache Truffles and Peanut Butter Fudge with Chocolate Ganache.

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Comments

    • Melanie says

      So glad you enjoyed it! I usually have some in my fridge at all times because I can always find a use for it!
      Reply

    • Melanie says

      Hi, Denise - I have! I prefer dark chocolate because I don't like things being overly sweet but you'll get the same end result if you'd like to substitute with another type of chocolate chip.
      Reply

  5. Lois says

    Do you have this recipe in metric as opposed to volume? I have a bar of dark chocolate & would like to weigh for the correct measurements. Thanks.
    Reply

  19. Lynne says

    Hey Melanie: Just one more thought about pediatric cancer. My husband and I were interviewed by CBS Morning show "Sunday Morning" for a show they are doing on pediatric small cancer clusters which my Sam is part of. He did not make it but I hope we got his voice heard that something needs to happen with more studies and protocols for these pediatric small cancer clusters. We believe it is environmental however there is not enough studies done to prove that is what is causing this kind of cancer "Rhabdomyosarcoma" CDC will also say the same thing. Question why are they not doing more for pediatric cancers? C4KC is a great fundraiser!!!!!!! Thank you for helping!!!!!!!!!!
    Reply

    • melanie says

      Lynne, thanks so much for chiming in. If me posting a recipe just brings awareness to a handful of people then I'll consider it a success!
      Reply

  20. Lynne says

    Hey Melanie: We have talked before about pediatric cancer as my son's oncologist was moving to Colorado where your hubby is working. His name is Adam Green. Has a lab working and has some trials working. My Sam had Rhabdomyosarcoma. Are you partnering with him perhaps. Has your husband had opportunity to meet Adam? FYI that chocolate yumminess looks like something I could do. Thanks for food for thought. Lynne
    Reply

    • melanie says

      Thanks so much, Natalie! And yes, milk delivery has been a total game changer - especially when we buy 6 gallons of milk each week!
      Reply

  24. JulieD says

    First of all, you are amazing!!! ???? Second, this looks amazing!! I'm at a loss for words! And third, thank you so much for participating and helping us raise money for C4KC!
    Reply

  26. Gwynn says

    Hi Melanie! Such an easy way to make ganache! This will definitely be my new go-to recipe! I'm so happy to be participating in the Cookies For Kids Bloggers' Valentine's Event with you! Have a delicious day! Gwynn at Swirls of Flavor
    Reply

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