Easy Chocolate Fondue
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Easy Chocolate Fondue
Description
This recipe uses a simple two-ingredient mixture of chocolate chips and heavy whipping cream, melted together in the microwave in short intervals with stirring to prevent burning. The gentle melting preserves the chocolate’s smoothness and gloss. The result is a warm, thick sauce that clings to dippers nicely.
Mixing different types of chocolate can add complexity to the fondue’s flavor. Additional cream can be stirred in gradually to thin the fondue if a lighter texture is desired. The fondue is served immediately to maintain warmth and fluidity, suitable for parties or dessert occasions.
Scaling the recipe up or down is straightforward, making it convenient for various serving sizes. Options for dippers include fruits, marshmallows, cookies, and pound cake pieces.
Combine different chocolate types for a richer fondue flavor.Add additional heavy cream incrementally to achieve desired thickness.Portion sizes can be adjusted easily by multiplying or dividing ingredient quantities.Serve immediately to keep the fondue warm and smooth.
Ingredients
Fondue
- 6 ounces chocolate chips semi-sweet, milk, dark chocolate are all options, or chopped chocolate
- 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream more can be used if a thinner consistency is desired
Instructions
- Place chocolate and whipping cream in small microwaveable bowl.
- Microwave on HIGH 2 minutes, or until chocolate is completely melted, stirring well after each minute.
- Serve warm with chocolate fondue dippers.
Notes
- Mix multiple chocolate types to create nuanced flavor in the fondue.
- Adjust the fondue thickness by adding heavy cream one tablespoon at a time.
- The recipe scales well for smaller or larger groups.
- Serve the fondue warm right after melting for best dipping consistency.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 174kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 15mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 15mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 292IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.