Unwrap - Premium Hazelnut Ganache Chocolate With French Biscuit

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 Manufacturing Process:

Step 1: Preparing the Hazelnut Ganache

  1. Roast Hazelnuts (if not pre-processed):

    • Roast hazelnuts at 160°C (320°F) for 10-12 minutes to enhance flavor.

    • Blend into a fine hazelnut paste.

  2. Melt Dark Chocolate:

    • Use a double boiler or tempering machine to melt couverture chocolate at 45-50°C (113-122°F).

  3. Heat Cream and Sugar:

    • Warm heavy cream and glucose/invert sugar until just below boiling.

  4. Emulsify:

    • Gradually mix the hot cream into the melted chocolate.

    • Add hazelnut paste and butter for a silky texture.

    • Stir gently until fully incorporated.

  5. Cool and Set:

    • Let the ganache cool to room temperature (ideally 18-20°C) before piping.


Step 2: Preparing the French Biscuit (Feuilletine) Layer

  1. Make Biscuit Dough:

    • Cream butter and sugar.

    • Add eggs, then fold in flour, baking powder, and salt.

  2. Bake the Biscuit:

    • Spread thinly on a baking sheet.

    • Bake at 180°C (356°F) for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.

    • Let it cool completely.

  3. Crush into Small Crisps:


Step 3: Assembly & Chocolate Coating

  1. Layer the Biscuit and Ganache:

    • Spread the hazelnut ganache over the crispy biscuit layer.

    • Allow to set for 4-6 hours at 16-18°C.

  2. Cut into Bite-Sized Pieces:

    • Once firm, cut into small squares or bars.

  3. Coat with Chocolate:

    • Temper dark/milk chocolate (31-32°C for dark, 29-30°C for milk).

    • Dip or enrobe the ganache-filled biscuit pieces in the tempered chocolate.

  4. Decorate & Final Touches:

    • Sprinkle with chopped caramelized hazelnuts, gold dust, or cocoa nibs.

    • Let set at room temperature.

Ingredients:

Ganache Filling:

  • Hazelnut Paste (50%) – Made from finely ground roasted hazelnuts.

  • Dark Chocolate (40%) – Minimum 55-70% cocoa, for richness.

  • Heavy Cream (35-40%) – For a smooth, velvety texture.

  • Butter (5-10%) – Enhances mouthfeel and flavor.

  • Invert Sugar/Glucose Syrup (2-5%) – Prevents crystallization, improves shelf life.

  • Vanilla Bean Extract – Adds aromatic complexity.

  • Sea Salt (pinch) – Balances flavors.

Chocolate Coating:

  • Dark or Milk Chocolate (Couverture, 55%-70% cocoa content).

  • Cocoa Butter – For a glossy finish and smooth texture.

French Biscuit Layer (Feuilletine or Crispy Base):

  • Butter – For richness.

  • Flour – For structure.

  • Sugar – Adds sweetness and caramelization.

  • Eggs – Provides structure.

  • Baking Powder – Helps with lightness.

  • Salt – Enhances flavor.

  • Optional: Caramelized Biscuit Crumbs – Adds extra depth.

Flavor Profile & Variations:

Main Flavor Notes:

Nutty & Creamy – From roasted hazelnut paste.
Rich & Velvety – From high-quality dark chocolate.
Crunchy & Buttery – From the French biscuit layer.
Balanced Sweetness – Dark chocolate and biscuit provide a contrast.

Flavor Variations:

  • Salted Caramel Version: Add caramel filling between ganache and biscuit.

  • Orange Zest Infusion: Enhance with candied orange zest for a citrusy note.

  • Espresso-Infused Ganache: Mix in espresso powder for a coffee kick.

  • Milk Chocolate & Hazelnut Praline: Use milk chocolate instead of dark, add more praline.


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