CHOCOLATE MIDNIGHT FONDUE

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Here's the "little black dress" of chocolate fondues....basic elegant and adaptable. Choose a good quality chocolate for this fondue. Cognac is the classic flavoring, but dark rum, bourbon, Kahlua, Grand Marnier or just about nay liqueur works equally well. If you prefer to forgo the alcohol altogether, substitute an equal...

Provided by Lynnda Cloutier

Number Of Ingredients 4

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Ingredients

1 cup heavy cream
dash salt
1 lb. bittersweet and/or semisweet chocolate, chopped
2 tbsp. cognac or brandy

Steps:

1. In medium pan, heat cream and salt over low heat til hot but not boiling. Gradually stir in chocolate, letting each addition melt before adding more. Stir in cognac.
2. Transfer to a ceramic fondue pot and set over a lot flame. Regulate flame under fondue to keep it as low as possible. If it begins to boil, turn off heat.
3. Variations: Chocolate almond fondue: Substitute amaretto for the cognac. Serve with fresh or dried picots, and small bowls of chopped toasted almonds on the side to roll the chocolate coated bites in Chocolate Fondue a L'Orange: Substitute Grand Marnier, Cointreau, Triple Sec or other orange flavored liqueur for the cognac Chocolate hazelnut fondue: Substitute Frangelico or other hazelnut liqueur for the cognac. For added richness, stir in 3 Tbsp. chocolate hazelnut spread, such as Nutella, til melted and smooth. Chocolate Macchiato Fondue: Before adding the chocolate, add 1 teaspoon of instant espresso powder to the warm cream and stir til dissolved. Substitute coffee liqueur, such as Kahlua for the cognac. Chocolate Pina Colada Fondue: Substitute dark rum and 1/2 tsp. coconut extract for the cognac. Serve with fresh or dried pineapple chunks, and small bowls of sweetened flaked coconut on the side to roll chocolate coated bites in. Chocolate Razzle Dazzle Fondue: Substitute framboise (raspberry eau de vie) or Chambord (black raspberry liqueur) for the cognac, and stir in 1 cup (6 oz) fresh raspberries. Chocolate Voodoo fondue: Substitute crème de banana for the cognac. Serve banana chips and fresh banana chunks for dipping. Dark Chocolate Mint Fondue: Substitute crème de menthe or a chocolate peppermint liqueur, such as Vandermint for the Cognac. Irish Dream Fondue: Substitute 1 Tbsp. Irish whisk and 2 Tbsp. Baileys or other Irish cream liqueur for the cognac.

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Abenezer Adane

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I love that this fondue can be made ahead of time. It makes it so easy to entertain guests.

Dev Kamati

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This fondue is so rich and decadent. It's the perfect treat for a special occasion.

Daud Mirza

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I've made this fondue several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.

virginia yuretich

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This fondue is a great way to use up leftover chocolate.

Dost Afridi Official

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I love the way this fondue pairs with fruit. It's the perfect combination of sweet and tart.

Yubraj Shrestha

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This fondue is so delicious! I can't believe how easy it was to make.

Mahabub Alam

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I've never made fondue before, but this recipe made it so easy. I'm definitely going to make it again.

Jonathan Medina

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This fondue is the perfect dessert for a romantic evening.

Twinomujuni Stephen

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I made this fondue for my kids and they loved it! It's a great way to get them to eat fruit.

Chaudhary Ramanand

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This fondue is so easy to make, even for a beginner cook.

Murtaza Samejo

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I love that this recipe uses dark chocolate. It gives the fondue a rich and intense flavor.

Sony Pun

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This fondue is perfect for a special occasion. It's decadent and delicious.

zainali jutt

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I was a bit skeptical about making fondue at home, but this recipe made it so easy. I'm so glad I tried it!

Rasel Hasan

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This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it twice and it's always a success.

Imran Aslam

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This fondue was amazing! I made it for my friends and they couldn't stop eating it. The chocolate was rich and creamy, and the fruit was perfectly ripe.