Imagine diving into a rich, velvety pool of melted chocolate that transforms an ordinary evening into an extraordinary culinary adventure! This Slow Cooker Chocolate Fondue is not just a dessert—it's an interactive, mouthwatering experience that will have your guests swooning with delight. Whether you're planning a romantic date night, a fun family gathering, or a spectacular party dessert, this foolproof recipe will make you the ultimate dessert hero without spending hours in the kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 2 hrs
Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh fruits (strawberries, bananas, etc.)
- Marshmallows
- Cookies or pretzels for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering all the listed items and ensuring they are at room temperature.
- Place the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the slow cooker, spreading them evenly across the bottom of the pot.
- Pour the heavy cream over the chocolate chips, ensuring they are completely covered.
- Add the vanilla extract to the chocolate and cream mixture, stirring gently to combine.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to low heat setting.
- Allow the chocolate to melt slowly, stirring occasionally to prevent burning and ensure smooth consistency. This process will take approximately 1-2 hours.
- While the chocolate is melting, prepare your dipping items by washing and cutting fruits into bite-sized pieces.
- Once the chocolate is completely melted and smooth, keep the slow cooker on the warm setting.
- Transfer the slow cooker to a central serving area where guests can easily access the fondue.
- Arrange the prepared fruits, marshmallows, cookies, and pretzels on a platter around the slow cooker.
- Provide fondue skewers or long forks for dipping and enjoying the chocolate fondue.
- Serve immediately and enjoy while the chocolate remains warm and smooth.
Tips
- Choose high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor and smoothest texture. Semi-sweet works wonderfully, but you can experiment with dark or milk chocolate.
- Stir occasionally during the melting process to prevent chocolate from burning and ensure even consistency.
- Keep the slow cooker on the warm setting to maintain the perfect dipping temperature throughout your gathering.
- Prep your dipping items in advance: cut fruits, arrange cookies, and have skewers ready to maximize enjoyment.
- For added flavor complexity, consider adding a splash of liqueur like Grand Marnier or a pinch of sea salt to your chocolate mixture.
- If the chocolate seems too thick, gently stir in a little more cream to achieve the ideal dipping consistency.
- Clean up is a breeze—most slow cookers have removable, dishwasher-safe inserts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 35mg
