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Recipe by:

Sara Crocker

Velvety Chocolate Fondue for Festive Gatherings

Create a velvety chocolate fondue by melting high-quality chocolate chips with heavy cream and a splash of vanilla extract, perfect for dipping fruits and treats.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Group: Chocolate and Cream
  • 12 oz. high-quality chocolate chips semi-sweet or dark
  • 1 cup heavy cream
Group: Flavor Enhancers
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract or liqueur such as Grand Marnier or Kahlua
  • a pinch of salt

Equipment

  • Fondue pot
  • Whisk
  • Heat-proof bowl

Method
 

  1. Start by heating the heavy cream in the fondue pot over medium heat. Stir occasionally until it begins to steam.
  2. Once the cream is heated, reduce the heat to low and add the chocolate chips. Stir constantly with a whisk until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
  3. Add a splash of vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and whisk until combined.
  4. Pour the hot chocolate fondue into a serving bowl or keep it in the fondue pot over a low flame. Arrange dippables on a platter.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Gently reheat before serving again.