Boozy Chocolate Fondue (Printable)

Rich dark chocolate fondue infused with liqueur, perfect for dipping fruits, pastries, and sweet treats.

# What You Need:

→ Chocolate Fondue

01 - 7 oz dark chocolate (minimum 60% cocoa), chopped
02 - 3.5 oz milk chocolate, chopped
03 - 5 fl oz heavy cream
04 - 1 fl oz liqueur (Baileys, Grand Marnier, Kahlúa, or dark rum)
05 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Dippers

08 - 1 banana, sliced
09 - 1 apple, cut into wedges
10 - 3.5 oz fresh strawberries
11 - 3.5 oz marshmallows
12 - 3.5 oz pound cake or brioche, cubed
13 - 1.75 oz pretzel sticks

# Directions:

01 - In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the dark chocolate, milk chocolate, and heavy cream. Stir constantly until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
02 - Remove from heat. Stir in the butter, vanilla extract, sea salt, and liqueur. Mix until glossy and fully combined.
03 - Pour the chocolate mixture into a fondue pot or heatproof bowl. Keep warm over a low flame or tea light.
04 - Arrange all dippers on a serving platter for easy access.
05 - Use fondue forks or skewers to dip fruits, marshmallows, cake, and pretzels into the warm boozy chocolate. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It feels fancy and impressive but comes together faster than most people can decide what to watch on TV.
  • The splash of liqueur turns ordinary chocolate into something that tastes like a secret you want to share.
  • You get to eat dessert with your hands, which is always more fun than it should be.
  • It scales beautifully whether youre cooking for two or hosting a crowd around the table.
02 -
  • Low heat is your best friend here because chocolate can seize and turn into a grainy mess if it gets too hot too fast.
  • Stir constantly while melting to keep the texture smooth and prevent any scorching on the bottom of the pan.
  • If the fondue thickens as it sits, a quick splash of warm cream will bring it back to life without diluting the flavor.
03 -
  • Use good quality chocolate because it is the star here, and you will taste the difference between cheap and real.
  • Keep a small pitcher of warm cream nearby in case the fondue thickens too much as it sits over the heat.
  • If you are making this for kids or prefer it alcohol free, replace the liqueur with an extra tablespoon of cream and a splash of vanilla, and it will still be delicious.
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