Chocolate Plunge
Indulge in pure decadence with the "Chocolate Plunge," a silky-smooth chocolate fondue recipe that’s perfect for sharing. Featuring rich dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher) melted with heavy cream and a touch of butter for added creaminess, this luxurious ganache is gently enhanced with fragrant vanilla extract. Paired with an irresistible array of dipping accompaniments—juicy strawberries, banana slices, fluffy marshmallows, and buttery shortbread cookies—this recipe offers a medley of flavors and textures that will delight your taste buds. Plus, with just 15 minutes of prep and 5 minutes of cooking time, it's a quick yet impressive dessert ideal for gatherings or a romantic night in. Serve this warm, velvety chocolate dip and watch as guests take the plunge into indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 150 ml Heavy cream
- 15 grams Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 200 grams Strawberries
- 2 individual Bananas
- 100 grams Marshmallows
- 150 grams Shortbread cookies
Instructions
Chop the dark chocolate into small, even pieces and place it in a medium-sized, heatproof bowl.
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer, but do not let it boil.
Immediately pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate. Let it sit undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt.
Using a whisk or spatula, gently stir the chocolate and cream until smooth and glossy.
Add the unsalted butter and vanilla extract to the ganache. Stir until the butter is fully melted and incorporated.
Transfer the chocolate ganache to a fondue pot or a heatproof serving bowl. Keep warm over a low heat source, if desired.
Prepare the dipping accompaniments: wash and hull the strawberries, peel and slice the bananas into thick chunks, and arrange them alongside the marshmallows and shortbread cookies on a serving platter.
Serve the warm chocolate ganache alongside the platter of accompaniments. Enjoy dipping the fruits, marshmallows, and cookies into the luscious chocolate!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3168 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.9 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.7 g | 548% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 275 mg | 92% | |
| Sodium | 444 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 339.0 g | 123% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.5 g | 123% | |
| Total Sugars | 175.3 g | ||
| Protein | 31.6 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 208 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 29.0 mg | 161% | |
| Potassium | 2467 mg | 52% | |
*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.
