Chocolate Irish Cream Fondue
Indulge in the decadent allure of Chocolate Irish Cream Fondue, a luxurious dessert perfect for special occasions or an elevated night in. This rich, velvety fondue blends semi-sweet chocolate chips, heavy cream, and a splash of Irish cream liqueur, creating a smooth and boozy treat that’s impossible to resist. A touch of vanilla and unsalted butter enhance its glossy finish, while optional mini marshmallows add a hint of gooey sweetness. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this recipe is served with an irresistible assortment of dippables like fresh fruit, pretzels, and pound cake cubes. Perfect for sharing, this fondue is the ultimate combination of indulgence and fun, bringing restaurant-quality dessert straight to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.75 cups heavy cream
- 0.25 cups Irish cream liqueur
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 2 cups assorted dippables (e.g. strawberries, bananas, pretzels, pound cake cubes)
Instructions
1. Prepare your dippables by washing, slicing, and arranging them on a platter. Set aside.
2. In a medium-sized, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream.
3. Place the saucepan over low heat and stir constantly with a heatproof spatula until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the Irish cream liqueur, unsalted butter, and vanilla extract. Continue stirring until well combined and the fondue is glossy.
5. If desired, fold in the mini marshmallows, allowing them to melt slightly for added texture and sweetness.
6. Transfer the mixture to a fondue pot set over a low flame or warming tray to keep it warm while serving.
7. Serve immediately with your prepared dippables and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3468 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 186.2 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.8 g | 524% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 306 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 1079 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 422.0 g | 153% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.5 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 275.9 g | ||
| Protein | 38.1 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 242 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 964 mg | 21% | |
*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.
