You'd be surprised to learn that some of the best chefs work in seniors' lodges and long-term care centers. And I bet you're wondering why? I've scored some of my best recipes, tips, and tricks from chefs and cooks who work in that industry. This White Chocolate Whipped Cream Frosting is a little gem of a recipe that came to me from one such chef. When I started in seniors care/housing, I was actually shocked at how good the food was!
This 2 Ingredient White Chocolate Whipped Cream frosting, aka Whipped White Chocolate Ganache, was so good that I had to ask for the recipe. I couldn't believe how easy (only 2 ingredients), given just how delicious it was! It's the perfect white chocolate ganache.
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I also wondered why so many talented chefs would want to work in seniors lodges; so I asked. It's because it's a 9-5 job! Just talk to any chef who's worked in the restaurant industry; a restaurant job is not exactly conducive to family life.
And it's probably not the right fit for someone who's looking for a regular day job, but the seniors housing and care industry is. Yet, I also wondered...did it give them the same satisfaction as being a chef in a restaurant?
I was so happy to find this chocolate whipped cream frosting recipe tucked into one of my old recipe binders, in amongst my other recipes from the early 2000s when I worked at an organization that had a number of senior care homes.
💭Types of Ganache & Frosting
This white chocolate frosting is also known as ganache. If you've made ganache before and don't remember it being this consistency, you are right to be confused! There are different types of ganache.
And while the process of making ganache is always the same, you combine cream and chocolate, and the ratio of chocolate to cream varies based on the use. And sometimes ganache is not whipped, as this whipped white chocolate ganache (i.e. poured ganache). You can learn more about chocolate ganache HERE and learn more about the different types of frosting HERE.
🍽Equipment
You will need an electric mixer and a stand mixer (affiliate links) is ideal for this whipped white chocolate ganache frosting. However, you could use an electric hand mixer- it will just take longer to whip.
🌡️Storage
Store this white chocolate whipping cream in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. It does not stand up to freezing.
👪 Serving Size
This whipped white chocolate ganache recipe makes 12 servings. However, you can half, double, or triple the recipe by clicking on the serving number and selecting the number of servings you'd like. The ingredient quantities will automatically adjust.
Read any of Anthony Bourdain's (RIP) books and it quickly becomes apparent why someone wouldn't want the kind of lifestyle that accompanies a career in the restaurant industry. I recently talked to the Mom who runs the canteen at my kids' school, who was also a chef at higher-end restaurants at one time, and she said the very same thing.
She didn't want that lifestyle once she started a family of her own. However, I must say that my kids are pretty darn lucky to have her making their lunch! Just as there are a lot of lucky seniors out there. And that's actually really comforting to me when I think about the prospect of eventually living in a retirement home. Because we all know that good food contributes to lifelong happiness!
Every chef I've talked to said the creativity aspect is simply a 'trade-off,' like anything else. Maybe they can't be quite as creative as they could as a chef at a restaurant, but there's still room for creativity. And having some semblance of a 'normal life' and seeing their families is a bigger priority to them.
❔ Frequently Asked Questions
Whipped cream frosting uses powdered sugar/icing sugar to sweeten it. It is also commonly stabilized with gelatin so it holds its shape better and can be used for decorating.
Whipped ganache makes an excellent cake frosting and filling for layer cakes!
2 Ingredient recipes: I am always in awe of how two little ingredients can create something so darn delicious! When you try this recipe you won't believe it's only 2 simple ingredients: white chocolate and whipped cream! (see recipe card for quantities)
🥘 Ingredients
And we already know that some of the very best recipes are the simplest, like this Weight Watchers 2 Ingredient Pizza Dough!
This whipped cream icing pairs perfectly with just about any cake, but I especially love it with Poppy Seed Cake or Black Forest Cake!
White chocolate can be really sweet and so can icing, so that's why pairing plain white chocolate and whipping cream makes for a light, not too sweet frosting. Enjoy....
📋 2 Ingredient White Chocolate Whipped Cream Frosting (Ganache) Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 litre whipping cream (33% -35% fat) / heavy cream (* 4 cups)
- 8 ounces -(2 bars) of white baking chocolate *Do NOT use white chocolate chips!
Instructions
- Add chopped white chocolate bars to a microwave-safe bowl and heat in the microwave at 50% power for 3 minutes. Heat the heavy whipping cream separately, in another microwave-safe bowl (at regular power), for 2-3 minutes or until warm. *Alternatively, you can do this in a double boiler
- Remove, combine the warm whipping cream with the melted chocolate and stir well. Then continue to cook in 20 second intervals (at regular power) until the chocolate is incorporated into the whipping cream, stirring each time. It should be a smooth texture and there shouldn't be ANY lumps in your white chocolate. * This could take another 2-3 minutes.
- Cool on counter, then pour into the bowl of a stand mixer bowl (if you have one)- any large mixing bowl will do. Then cover with a piece of plastic wrap (I use glad press n' seal) and let stand in refrigerator for 24 hours.
- Once the white chocolate ganache is chilled (it will be soft and not solid like regular chocolate ganache), use the whisk attachment on your stand mixer and whip on low speed and gradually working up to high speed until the ganache is light and fluff and reaches stiff peaks.
- Serve whipped chocolate ganache with any recipe calling for whipped cream. Spread on cupcakes or a standard sized cake. The white chocolate ganache whipped cream frosting will stay stable in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and retain its fluffy texture.
Sam
How strong is the white chocolate flavour? This recipe has less chocolate and more cream than other recipes I’ve seen, so I’m wondering if it still tastes like white chocolate?
Also, if I wanted to, could I use milk/dark chocolate instead?
Terri Gilson
Hi,
I don't think the white chocolate flavor is really strong because I'm generally not a fan of white chocolate and I love this frosting! I'm not sure about the dark or milk chocolate because I have never tried it. White chocolate isn't actually 'chocolate' so you may end up with a different result.
I'd love to hear how it turns out if you try it!
Terri
Tina
Crud! I broke my cream! How can I fix it?!
Terri Gilson
Hi Tina,
Do you mean it curdled? It's kind of hard to fix that, but I would try adding in the melted white chocolate if you haven't, then setting it in fridge overnight. Then try to whip it. I may still work!
Good luck!
Terri
Amy
I'd like to make this with lavender infused cream. After 24 hours in the fridge, will the mixture be more liquid or more solid? I'm wondering if I'd be able to strain out lavender flowers at that point? Or if I need to strain the lavender out before refrigerating? Thanks!
Terri Gilson
Hi Amy,
That sounds really good- I wish I liked lavender haha! Since you have to heat the whipped cream to make it lavender, then refrigerate it overnight, I wouldn't heat it twice. You'll need to keep the lavender in the whipped cream chocolate mixture overnight in the fridge. It's going to be tough to strain though, because it will thicken (though it won't become a solid). If it doesn't strain well, use a mini mesh strainer to try to "fish out" anything that you couldn't strain out with the larger fine mesh strainer. Not sure it's going to work, but worth a try! 🙂
Hope that helps! I'd love to know how it turns out!
Terri
Rosemarie
I was really skeptical about making this. I did and was very happy. Super easy. Two ingredients you can’t go wrong. Did a double batch but each one separately. The taste was great and not overly sweet like some frostings are. The birthday lady loved her cake , especially the frosting. Whipped cream is her favorite. I still have some leftover frosting that I’ll make some cake pops with.
Terri Gilson
That's great- I'm so glad to hear you really enjoyed it!
Alexandra
Hi! How many cups does this make? Will the amount be too much for a swiss roll (for the inside part)? If so, how much should I reduce the recipe by?
Thanks so much! Excited to try this recipe!
Terri Gilson
Hi,
You should get about 8 cups, as it doubles in volume. You could probably get away with cutting the recipe in half if you're only icing a swiss roll (inside and out.) That would taste really yummy with swiss roll -enjoy! Just click on the (highlighted blue) servings you want and it will automatically adjust!
Thanks!
Terri
Matilda99
Thanks for recipe this has lower cream to chocolate ratio than others making it lighter I used mine in a bluerry scone.
Terri Gilson
You're welcome! I bet it would taste fabulous in a blueberry scone! Yum 🙂
Jamie
I have tried every single trick to making a Thick whipped cream for my chocolate pie that doesn't get runny! Would this work on a chocolate pie or does it have to be on a cake?
Terri Gilson
Yes it would absolutely work! However, if you want a plain whipped cream frosting, try my Stabilized Whipped Cream Frosting! https://foodmeanderings.com/stabilized-whipped-cream-icing/
Ila
Hi Terri,
would this recipe work to fill cream tart number cake? is it going to be to "runny"?
Thanks
Ilaria
Terri Gilson
Hi Ila,
I think it would be just fine - not runny at all! The thickness you see in the photos is how thick it actually is. Hope it works well for you!
Terri
Ash
Hi!
May i use this to stuff my donuts? 🙂
Terri Gilson
Yes- I don't see why you couldn't !