Pumpkin Ganache

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   Combine the white chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe dish and gently melt them in the microwave in 15-second bursts, stirring between blasts.

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   The result should be barely warm to the touch and totally homogenous.

3. 3

   Transfer the chocolate mixture to a container that can accommodate an immersion blendersomething tall and narrow, like a 1-quart plastic deli container.

4. 4

   Warm the glucose in the microwave for 15 seconds, then immediately add to the chocolate mixture and buzz with the hand blender.

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   After a minute, stream in the heavy cream, with the hand blender runningthe mixture will come together into something silky, shiny, and smooth.

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   Blend in the pumpkin puree, salt, and cinnamon.

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   Put the ganache in the fridge to firm up before using, at least 4 hours, or, ideally, overnight.

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   Stored in an airtight container, pumpkin ganache will keep fresh in the fridge for 1 week.

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   Serve cold.

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    In a pinch, substitute 18 g (1 tablespoon) corn syrup for the glucose.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.