Chocolate Fondue
Chocolate Fondue is a rich, velvety dessert made by melting high-quality chocolate with cream and optional flavorings. Perfect for dipping fruits, cookies, and more, it’s a fun and interactive treat ideal for date nights, parties, or family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 to 1½ cups (serves 4–6)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Swiss-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 oz high-quality chocolate (dark, milk, semi-sweet, or white), chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter (optional)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract or other flavoring (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Assorted dippers: strawberries, banana slices, apple wedges, marshmallows, pound cake cubes, pretzels, cookies, biscotti, etc.
Instructions
- Chop the chocolate into small pieces and place it in a heatproof bowl.
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just starts to simmer—do not let it boil.
- Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for 1–2 minutes.
- Stir gently until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Add butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt if using. Stir until glossy and fully incorporated.
- Transfer the fondue to a fondue pot or a heat-safe bowl kept warm with a tea light or low flame.
- Serve immediately with your choice of dippers.
Notes
Add a splash of liqueur (e.g., Grand Marnier, Baileys) for a boozy version.Use dairy-free chocolate and coconut milk for a vegan version.Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently with a bit of cream if needed.Try different chocolates or mix-ins like peanut butter or peppermint extract for flavor variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (without dippers)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/chocolate-fondue/
