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Ghirardelli® Ultimate Chocolate Fondue

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"Bittersweet and milk chocolate and a hint of chocolate liqueur make this the ultimate chocolate fondue. Dip strawberries, large seedless orange sections, fresh pineapple chunks, pieces of cake, cookies, or any other food you might like to pair with chocolate." — Ghirardelli®

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Original recipe makes 4 servings Change Servings

1 1/4 cups whole milk or heavy cream
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons unsalted butter

6 ounces Ghirardelli 70% Cacao Extra Bittersweet Chocolate baking bar, broken or chopped into 1-inch pieces
6 ounces Ghirardelli Milk Chocolate baking bar, broken or chopped into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons chocolate liqueur (optional)

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Directions

In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, vanilla, and butter. Heat over medium heat until the mixture just simmers. Remove from the heat and stir in the bittersweet and milk chocolates and chocolate liqueur until completely melted and smooth.
Serve over a heat source that will keep the fondue warm, but not hot.

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PREP 5 mins
COOK 5 mins
READY IN 10 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jan 11, 2010

this is a great party dessert! i would recommend to cut the milk/crean in half because it makes it too runny. Large marshmallow, bananas, strawberries and pound cake are good dipping ingredients.

—stefany

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jan 08, 2010

This fondue was tasty but also runny, which most people didn't like. If I make this again, I think I'll cut the milk in half so I can get the thick, creamy consistency that I love in restaurant-style chocolate fondue.

—RACHAELG

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Nov 09, 2010

We used Ghirardelli bittersweet and milk chocolate chips rather than bars, as they melt quicker. Ghirardelli melts smoother than Baker's chocolate (which tends to be more grainy) and the taste is richer, so I would opt for Ghirardelli for sure. We skipped the chocolate liquor as we couldn't find it in our grocery store. Nonetheless, everyone loved the smooth, rich taste (served with pound cake bites and fresh fruit). This recipe was the hit of our party! Scrumptious!!!

—litgirl24

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Jan 03, 2011

Tastes great BUT I would not add butter when I make it again. I had to spoon off the melted butter before we could eat it- gross!

—Lissy Macmillan

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Jan 04, 2011

Best fondue we've tried after many recipes. I could only find semi-sweet Ghirardelli chocolate chips so used those along with the Ghirardelli Milk Chocolate baking bar. At the recommendation of other reviews, I started with 1/2 the cream and then added a bit more until I reached the desired thickness. Delicious. Definitely will be making this again!

—mom cooks

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Aug 23, 2010

This was a delicious fondue recipe! I made it for a party, and everyone loved it. I did not use the Ghirardelli chocolate. I used Baker's unsweetened and semi-sweet and added a half cup of sugar and then stirred in milk until it was the right consistency. Very dark and very good.

—Crispin

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Jan 03, 2011

Excellent! Stayed very smooth and creamy and was delicious!

—PLHAND

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Dec 30, 2010

Tasty but WAY too thin.

—jeanette_elaine

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Nutrition

Calories
577 kcal
29%

Carbohydrates
53 g
17%

Cholesterol
33 mg
11%

Fat
41.9 g
64%

Fiber
4.7 g
19%

Protein
8.5 g
17%

Sodium
62 mg
2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Ghirardelli(R) Ultimate Chocolate Fondue

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 577
Calories from Fat: 377

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 41.9g 64 %
Saturated Fat 24.8g 124 %
Cholesterol 33mg 11 %
Sodium 62mg 2 %
** Potassium 112mg 3 %
Total Carbohydrates 53g 17 %
Dietary Fiber 4.7g 19 %
Protein 8.5g 17 %
Sugars 41.8g
** Vitamin A 5 %
** Vitamin C 0 %
** Calcium 11 %
** Iron < 1 %
** Thiamin 3 %
** Niacin 8 %
** Vitamin B6 2 %
** Magnesium 3 %
** Folate 2 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.