Decadent Dark Chocolate Fondue
Indulge in this rich and creamy dark chocolate fondue, perfect for dipping fruits, cookies, and other treats. It's an easy yet elegant dessert that comes together quickly.
Equipment
- Fondue pot
- Heatproof bowl
- Saucepan
- Fondue forks/skewers
Ingredients
Fondue
- 12 oz high-quality dark chocolate (60-70% cacao) chips or finely chopped
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- salt Pinch
- 1 tablespoon Kahlua or Grand Marnier Optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and slice fruits, then arrange them along with other dippers like cookies, marshmallows, brownies, and pretzels on platters around your fondue pot.
- Combine the dark chocolate, heavy cream, butter, and a pinch of salt in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in a microwave-safe bowl, ensuring the bowl does not touch the water.
- Gently melt the chocolate mixture by stirring occasionally for 5-8 minutes in a double boiler, or heating in 30-second intervals in a microwave, stirring until smooth.
- Remove from heat or microwave, then stir in the vanilla extract and any optional liqueur until well combined.
- Pour the warm chocolate mixture into your preheated fondue pot, slow cooker on "warm," or a ceramic fondue pot with a tea light to maintain warmth.
- Provide fondue forks or skewers and invite everyone to dip their favorite treats into the warm, luscious fondue.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality dark chocolate as it significantly impacts the flavor. Keep your fondue pot on a low setting or use a tea light to prevent the chocolate from scorching. If the fondue becomes too thick, you can stir in a tablespoon or two of warm heavy cream until it reaches your desired consistency. Have a variety of dippers ready to please all tastes!