If your chocolate is not already in small pieces, either break it up or chop it using an 8 Inch Chef Knife. Place chocolate into a heatproof bowl.

Pour the cream into a Saucier and add the sugar and espresso or coffee, if using. Place over medium-low heat for about 2 minutes.

When the mixture begins to simmer, remove from heat and pour over the chocolate pieces.

Mix slowly to combine, making sure you scrape all sides of the bowl until everything is incorporated. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted.

Use immediately or let cool and store in the refrigerator to heat up for later use.

Follow along in the video below as Phoebe walks us through her chocolate ganache recipe.