Chocolate Desserts: Ganache, Fruit & Flavor
For chocolate lovers, this class is a deep dive into one of pastry's most beloved ingredients.
Together, we'll explore the fundamentals of working with chocolate, including how to create a silky, perfectly balanced ganache and how to pair chocolate with seasonal fruits to elevate both flavors. You'll learn how to make a vibrant fruit coulis, discuss the principles behind successful chocolate and fruit pairings, and discover how different chocolates can dramatically change the final dessert.
We'll also spend some time tasting and comparing a selection of chocolates while discussing our favorite chocolate brands, cocoa percentages, and what makes a truly exceptional chocolate.
During class, you'll create an elegant plated chocolate dessert that combines rich chocolate ganache with fresh fruit and fruit coulis, along with techniques you can easily recreate at home.
As always, we'll enjoy a welcome treat and beverage, and you'll leave with recipes, new pastry skills, and plenty of chocolate inspiration.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Duration: Approximately 3 hours
What You'll Learn:
How to make a smooth, stable chocolate ganache
The fundamentals of fruit coulis
Chocolate and fruit pairing principles
How cocoa percentage affects flavor and texture
Tasting and evaluating different chocolate brands
Techniques for plating elegant chocolate desserts
Perfect for anyone who believes there is no such thing as too much chocolate. 🍫🇫🇷