- Why did the chocolate seize/clump?
- You overheated it, or water got into it (even from steam). Chocolate 'seizes' if it touches water.
- How do I keep it liquid?
- Keep it warm over a tealight or warm water, but do not boil!
Indulgent chocolate fondue
Chocolate fondue is more than a dessert: it's a social event. The essence is the emulsion: the fatty chocolate and water-based cream uniting into a stable, silky cream. If done right, the coating remains glossy and smooth, clinging perfectly to the cold fruit.
Ingredients
200
g
Dark chocolate (min. 60%)
100
ml
Double cream
1
tbsp
Butter
1
tsp
Vanilla extract
200
g
Strawberries
2
pc
Bananas
100
g
Marshmallows
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Equipment Needed
- Heatproof bowl
- Saucepan (for water bath)
- Fondue forks
Allergen Information
Milk
Instructions
1
✓
Melt the chocolate over a bain-marie (steam bath) with the cream and butter.
Tip: The bain-marie provides gentle heat. Direct flame can easily burn the chocolate, making it bitter.
2
✓
Stir until smooth, until you get a uniform, glossy cream.
Tip: The fat in the butter and cream helps stabilise the chocolate and gives it shine (emulsion).
3
✓
Flavour with vanilla and serve immediately.
Tip: Chocolate is most delicious at 30-35°C, when the flavour molecules dissolve best on your palate.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 200 g Dark chocolate (min. 60%)
- 100 ml Double cream
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 200 g Strawberries
- 2 pc Bananas
- 100 g Marshmallows