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Chocolate Fondue Recipe

Indulgent, elegant, and effortlessly simple -- this Chocolate Fondue Recipe is the ultimate dessert for any occasion. With just a few quality ingredients and a few minutes of prep, you’ll have a warm, velvety dip perfect for fruits, marshmallows, cookies, and more.

Whether you’re hosting a party, planning a romantic date night, or just treating yourself, this easy fondue turns everyday moments into something deliciously special.

The Chocolate Fondue will stiffen if it gets cold, so enjoy it while it's still warm. Skewer and dip anything you like into this Chocolate Fondue -- pear slices, dried apricots, even marshmallows.

Chocolate Fondue Recipe

    Prep Time: 10 minutes

    Cook time: 5 minutes

    Yield: Serves 2

Chocolate Fondue Recipe Ingredients

    3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped

    2 tablespoons heavy cream

    1 tablespoon brewed espresso (see Kitchen Tip)

    1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

    Pinch of salt

    1 banana, peeled and cut into 8 pieces

    8 1-inch chunks fresh pineapple

    4 strawberries

Chocolate Fondue Recipe Preparation

    Place chocolate, cream, espresso, vanilla and salt in a medium microwave-safe bowl; microwave on Medium, stirring every 20 seconds, until melted, 1 to 2 minutes. (Alternatively, see "No Microwave?" below.)

    Pour the chocolate mixture into a serving bowl. Serve with fruit.

Chocolate Fondue Recipe Tips and Notes:

Kitchen Tip: If you don't have an espresso maker, look for instant espresso powder at your supermarket.

No Microwave? Place chopped chocolate in the top of a double boiler over hot, but not boiling water. Gently stir until almost melted. Remove from the heat and stir until the chocolate melts completely.

Chocolate Fondue Recipe Nutrition:

Per serving: 347 calories; 19 g fat (10 g sat, 2 g mono); 21 mg cholesterol; 54 g carbohydrate; 4 g protein; 7 g fiber; 81 mg sodium; 377 mg potassium

Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (90 percent daily value).

3 Carbohydrate Servings

Exchanges: 2 fruit, 1 carbohydrate (other), 4 fat

Serving Suggestions

Pair your fondue with sliced strawberries, bananas, marshmallows, pretzels, or cubes of pound cake for an unforgettable dessert spread.

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The Easiest Dessert Recipe - Chocolate Fondue

This easy chocolate fondue recipe is a rich, elegant dessert perfect for dipping fruits, marshmallows, and more. Make your next gathering deliciously memorable.

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