Chocolate Fondue – Valentine’s Day
Tittle: Chocolate Fondue
Cook time: 10 minutes
Level: Easy
Serving: 6
Ingredients:
12 ounces milk chocolate, semisweet chocolate or sweet cooking
1/2 cup half-and-half
2 to 3 tablespoons orange-flavored liqueur, Kirsch or brandy
2 teaspoons dry instant coffee or 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Dippers
Directions:
Heat chocolate and half-and-half in heavy saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly, until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat; stir in liqueur or other flavoring. Pour into fondue pot or chafing dish with water bath; keep warm over very low heat. Stir in a small amount of cream if fondue becomes too thick while guests are dipping.
Dippers:
Fruits: Strawberries, banana slices, pineapple chunks, apple wedges, melon balls, kiwifruit slices.
Others: Pound cake cubes, ladyfingers, marshmallows, brownies.
Personal Suggestion: Chocolate fondue is also the perfect way to end a romantic meal at home. As for what to dip feel free to pick and choose; many people enjoy baked goods such as brownies, pound cake, marshmallows, and the ever lovely ladyfinger. Fresh fruit such as strawberries, pears, or bananas are always romantic and a bit healthier. And as always dried fruit such as apricots or large chunks of candied ginger make for a nice set-up. All the fruits followed by a should be dipped in lemon juice after cutting to prevent oxidation.
