Try this simple cake glaze for your next dessert.

When it comes to how the two are made, however, there are definite differences in their makeup.

Chocolate ganache is a simple combination of heated heavy cream and chocolate.

Chocolate Powdered Sugar Glaze

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The higher the quality of chocolate, the more luscious and decadent the ganache.

Glaze is a sweeter, simplified version of chocolate ganache.

Add Butter

Stir in softened margarine or butter.

sifting powdered sugar and cocoa powder into bowl

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Makes enough glaze for two 9-inch layer cakes, 16 servings.

Bring to room temperature before using.

2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

softened margarine stirred into sugar and cocoa

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spoon with chocolate powdered sugar glaze dripping into bowl

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