Dipped in Chocolate Ganache
Dipped in Chocolate Ganache refers to a variety of foods—like strawberries, pretzels, or cake pops—that are coated in a rich, glossy mixture of chocolate and cream. The ganache itself is a classic French preparation made by melting chocolate into warm heavy cream, sometimes with a touch of butter or vanilla. It's a popular dessert technique used worldwide to add a luxurious, smooth finish to treats.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically high in fat and carbohydrates, primarily from the chocolate and cream. It provides a quick energy boost along with some antioxidants from the cocoa, and a single coated item generally ranges from 100 to 250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Copper | 0.3 mg |
| Manganese | 0.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 40 mg |
| Zinc | 0.6 mg |
| Theobromine | 100 mg |
| Flavanols | 50 mg |
Per 1 chocolate-dipped strawberry (approx. 25 g chocolate coating) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, chocolate ganache was invented in France in the 19th century, with a legend claiming it was named after a joke about a chef's 'ganache' (foolish) mistake. Nutritionally, the cocoa content in dark chocolate ganache can offer beneficial flavonoids, though the high saturated fat and sugar content make it an indulgence.
