It is a tradition in my family that you simply do not skimp on birthdays. Today's the hubby's big day. So, in honor of his entry into his (early) late twenties, I thought you might all enjoy some cake!
Bonus. Here's the recipe for Annie's Chocolate Ganache Frosting. Enjoy!
Chocolate Ganache Frosting
1 stick of softened, unsalted butter
1 pound confectioners sugar
1 teaspoon real vanilla extract
1/4 - 1/2 cup half and half
1/2 bag of semisweet or dark chocolate chips
- Fill a small pan half full of water and bring to a simmer.
- Place a glass or stainless bowl over the top and reduce heat.
- Pour chocolate chips into the bowl.
- Stir until complete melted. (but, while the chips are melting...)
- In a mixer, combine the butter, confectioners sugar, vanilla and half of the half and half until completely incorporated.
- While the mixer is on low, slowly add in the melted chocolate.
- Add the remainder of the half and half until you get to the right consistency.
- Frost!
2 comments:
Happy B-day to the Hubs! (And I've totally blanked on yours once again, but you best be emailing me that ... right after I email you back, of course.)
I'm going to try this (with a side of insulin) on Wednesday for a friend's birthday. Stay tuned.
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