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Chocolate fondue with fruits

New Year's Eve Desserts Dishes for Special Occasions 25 min Easy 38 wyświetleń ~32.56 PLN - (0)
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Chocolate fondue is the essence of a perfect dessert for special occasions, especially for New Year's Eve. It is an interactive and social feast that brings people together around a shared pot full of velvety, liquid chocolate. The dish originates from Switzerland as a sweet variation of traditional cheese fondue. Its charm lies in the simplicity of preparation and the elegance of presentation. The deep, intense flavor of dark chocolate, softened by milky sweetness and creamy smoothness, creates the perfect backdrop for fresh, juicy fruits and crunchy additions. The contrast of temperatures – warm chocolate and cool fruits – along with the variety of textures makes each bite a new experience. Served in a special pot heated by a candle, it is not only a delicious dessert but also a beautiful, edible table decoration, encouraging shared enjoyment and savoring the moment.

Ingredients (11)

Servings:
6
  • Bitter chocolate 200 g
  • Milk chocolate 100 g
  • 30% heavy cream 200 ml
  • Butter 15 g
  • Strawberries 250 g
  • Bananas 300 g
  • Marshmallows 100 g
  • Crispy cookies 150 g
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Salt 0.0 szczypt
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Vanilla extract 5 g
  • Chopped nuts 50 g
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Preparation steps

Preparation of dipping sauces

1

Start by thoroughly washing all the fruits under running, cool water. Then dry them very carefully with a paper towel. This is a crucial step, as any drop of water that gets into the chocolate can cause it to seize (harden and lose its smoothness).

Ingredients: Strawberries, Bananas
Use a large bowl or colander to wash the fruits. Make sure that especially the strawberries are completely dry, particularly in the crevices near the stems.
2

Prepare the fruits for dipping. Leave the green stems on the strawberries, which will serve as natural handles. Peel the bananas and cut them into thick slices (about 2-3 cm thick). Thicker pieces will be easier to skewer with a fork. Cut any other fruits you are using into bite-sized pieces as well.

Ingredients: Strawberries, Bananas
Slice the bananas just before serving to prevent them from darkening. You can drizzle them with a bit of lemon juice, but wipe off the excess before serving.
3

Arrange all the prepared fruits, marshmallows, and cookies on a large board, platter, or several smaller plates. Create a colorful and appetizing composition. If you are using optional ingredients, place the chopped nuts in a small bowl and set it next to the platter.

Ingredients: Strawberries, Bananas, Marshmallows, Crispy cookies, Chopped nuts
Presentation matters! Separate the toppings by colors and shapes to make the whole dish look appealing and inviting. Use a large, flat tray to keep everything easily accessible.

Preparation of chocolate fondue

4

Break both chocolate bars – dark and milk – into small pieces. Then use a large, sharp knife to chop them into even smaller, irregular pieces. The finer the chocolate, the faster and more evenly it will melt, which will prevent it from burning.

Ingredients: Bitter chocolate, Milk chocolate
Use a stable cutting board. You can also place the broken cubes in a ziplock bag and gently crush them with a rolling pin.
5

Pour the heavy cream into a small saucepan with a thick bottom. Heat it on low or medium heat for about 3-4 minutes. Watch it closely – it should be very hot and start to steam, and small bubbles may form at the edges. Do not let it boil, as it may curdle.

Ingredients: 30% heavy cream
A saucepan with a thick bottom is important because it distributes heat evenly and protects the cream from burning. If you're unsure, heat it on a lower power for a longer time.
6

Remove the saucepan with hot cream from the heat and place it on a stable surface. Add all the chopped chocolate (dark and milk) to the cream. Do not stir! Cover the saucepan with a lid or a plate and set aside for exactly 5 minutes. The heat of the cream will gently melt the chocolate from the inside during this time.

Ingredients: Bitter chocolate, Milk chocolate, 30% heavy cream
Patience is key. Mixing right away can cause the cream to cool down rapidly and the chocolate to melt unevenly. Let the magic happen!
7

After 5 minutes, remove the lid. Using a silicone spatula or a small whisk, start to very slowly mix the mixture from the very center of the saucepan, gradually making wider circles. Stir gently until all the chocolate combines with the cream, creating a perfectly smooth, uniform, and shiny sauce. This should take about 1-2 minutes.

Avoid vigorous beating, which can introduce air bubbles into the mixture. The goal is emulsification, which means combining fat with liquid, not aerating. A spatula is perfect for this.
8

Add the butter cut into small pieces, a pinch of salt, and, if using, vanilla extract to the smooth chocolate mixture. Continue to gently stir until the butter is completely melted and combined with the mixture, giving it extra shine and smoothness.

Ingredients: Butter, Salt, Vanilla extract
The butter should be at room temperature, which will help it melt faster. Salt is the secret ingredient that enhances the flavor of chocolate – don't skip it!
9

Carefully pour the warm chocolate mixture into a fondue pot. Underneath the pot, light a small tealight candle to maintain the right temperature and consistency of the chocolate throughout the dessert. Place the pot in the center of the table, surrounded by a platter of prepared toppings. Provide long fondue forks and enjoy the shared fun.

If you don't have a special fondue set, you can use a small ceramic bowl placed on a food warmer. Stir the fondue occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom.

Fun Fact

💡

Although fondue is associated with Switzerland, its chocolate version was popularized in the 1960s in New York. It was created by Swiss pastry chef Konrad Egli in his restaurant Chalet Suisse as part of a campaign promoting Toblerone chocolate.

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Tips

🍽️ Serving

Place the fondue pot in the center of the table so that everyone has easy access to it. Prepare a small plate and a long fork for each guest for dipping. Encourage experimentation – after dipping the fruit in chocolate, it can be rolled in chopped nuts, coconut flakes, or colorful sprinkles. Prosecco, sweet dessert wine, or simply coffee pairs wonderfully for drinking.

🥡 Storage

If you have leftover chocolate fondue, pour it into an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. It will harden into a thick ganache. To serve it again, gently heat it in a water bath (a bowl set over a pot of steaming water) or in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until it regains its liquid consistency. Do not reheat it over direct heat.

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