Chocolate Fondue
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Chocolate Fondue
Description
The Chocolate Fondue recipe melts dark and milk chocolate in warmed heavy cream using a double boiler to achieve a smooth consistency. Vanilla extract adds aroma and depth, while a pinch of salt can enhance the chocolate flavor. The fondue is kept warm in a pot designed for dipping, allowing the chocolate to remain fluid for easy coating.
The mixture’s creamy texture contrasts with the freshness of fruits like strawberries and pineapple or the softness of baked treats such as brownies and pound cake. This balance of warm, silky chocolate with a variety of dippable items makes the dessert versatile and shareable.
The recipe is suited for gatherings, providing about 16 servings. Using quality chocolate with at least 60% cacao ensures a deep chocolate flavor, while the double boiler method controls temperature to prevent scorching. The fondue pot keeps the chocolate at an ideal dipping temperature during serving.
Optional ingredients include various sweets and candies that pair well with the fondue, offering texture variety. This recipe is practical for both stovetop and electric fondue pot methods, allowing flexibility in preparation and presentation.
Ingredients
To make the fondue:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 8 ounces dark chocolate chopped or chips (at least 60% cacao, see note 2, premium
- 8 ounces milk chocolate chopped or chips, premium quality
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- salt optional
For serving:
- Fruit Strawberries, oranges, bananas, pineapple, cherries, fresh
- Baked goods: Brownies, rice krispie treats, cookies, Angel food cake, pound cake
- Candy: Marshmallows, caramels, peanut brittle
Instructions
- Bring a saucepan of water to a gentle simmer and set a glass or metal bowl over the top to create a double boiler (do not let the water touch the bowl).
- Add heavy cream to bowl and heat until the cream feels hot to the touch (140 to 150 degrees). Add chocolate and whisk until smooth.
- Whisk in vanilla. Add salt to taste if desired. Transfer to a fondue pot and heat the fuel underneath to keep warm (keep the flame low). Serve with fruit or other sweets.
Notes
- A premium chocolate with 60% or higher cacao ensures deep, rich flavor in the fondue.
- An electric fondue pot is convenient for keeping the chocolate warmed and easy to dip.
- This recipe yields about 4 cups of fondue, serving around 16 portions of ¼ cup each.
- Use a double boiler to gently melt chocolate and cream, preventing burning or separation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16servings (1/4 cup each)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 260 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.25 cup | |
| Calories | 260kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.004g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 34mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 13mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 172mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 443IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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