Almond Champagne Fondue
Indulge in the luxurious elegance of Almond Champagne Fondue, a delectable dessert perfect for elevating any special occasion. This recipe marries the effervescence of champagne with the velvety richness of white chocolate, enhanced by the nutty warmth of finely ground almonds and a hint of aromatic almond extract. A quick 20-minute preparation and cooking time makes it a surprisingly simple yet impressive choice for entertaining. The fondue is thickened with a delicate cornstarch slurry, ensuring a luscious, creamy texture that clings beautifully to every dip of fruit or cookies. Serve this decadent creation in a fondue pot to keep it warm, and enjoy the sophisticated blend of sparkling flavors and textures that will delight your guests. Perfect for romantic evenings, celebratory gatherings, or even as a unique dessert centerpiece, this Almond Champagne Fondue is a showstopper worth savoring.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Champagne or sparkling wine
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Sliced almonds
- 1 cup White chocolate chips
- 0.5 teaspoon Almond extract
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 2 cups Fresh fruit or cookies (for dipping, optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, heat the champagne over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
Lower the heat and whisk in the heavy cream until it is fully combined with the champagne.
Add the sliced almonds to a food processor or blender, and pulse until they are ground finely into a coarse meal texture. Set aside.
Stir in the white chocolate chips to the saucepan. Continue stirring until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 teaspoons of water to create a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the fondue mixture to help it thicken.
Add the almond extract and the ground almonds to the fondue, stirring until evenly distributed and the fondue reaches the desired consistency.
Transfer the fondue to a fondue pot or a heat-safe serving dish to keep warm.
Serve with fresh fruit, cookies, or other dippable treats of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2262 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 130.0 g | 167% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.3 g | 366% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 160 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 293 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 226.0 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 179.0 g | ||
| Protein | 24.4 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 550 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1854 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
