Chocolate Caramel Fondue is a simple, decadent dessert the whole family will love. This three-ingredient fondue comes together in about five minutes using pantry staples.
Fondue is a great way to bring family and friends together—everyone dips, shares, and enjoys the warm, gooey pot of chocolate and caramel. It’s ideal for birthdays, Valentine’s Day, classroom parties, or any time you want an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert. Be warned: it’s tempting to eat straight from the pot!
Ingredients
Chocolate chips – semi-sweet or dark work well.
Caramel sauce – salted caramel is delicious, but use your favorite brand or homemade sauce.
Sweetened condensed milk – not evaporated milk.
Step-by-Step Instructions
This fondue is quick to prepare and easy to keep on hand for unexpected guests.
Step 1 – Cook Ingredients
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the condensed milk, caramel sauce, and chocolate chips. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and heated through, taking care not to scorch the chocolate.
Step 2 – Transfer and Serve
Transfer the warm fondue to a heated fondue pot or a small crockpot set to low and keep warm. Serve with fruit, pound cake, pretzels, marshmallows, or other dippers of your choice. Yield: approximately 2½ cups.
Dipper Ideas
Besides fresh fruit, try these popular dippers to please everyone:
- pretzels
- dried fruit
- cookies
- pineapple
- cheesecake bites
- strawberries
- eggless cookie dough
- apple slices
- marshmallows
- donut holes
- pound cake
Serving Suggestions
Serve the fondue from a fondue pot or a small crockpot on low, especially around children. Monitor the heat to avoid scorching the chocolate. For a fun twist, offer the fondue in small cups so guests can carry their dip to a dessert plate with their chosen dippers.
Tips
- Chocolate fondue is also delicious drizzled over ice cream.
- Swap in dark chocolate chips if you prefer a less sweet, richer flavor.
- To reheat leftovers, microwave for 15–30 seconds on high, stirring until smooth.
Storage
Store any leftover fondue in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat gently before serving.
Recipe Details
Easy Chocolate Caramel Fondue Recipe
Ingredients
- ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (or dark chocolate chips)
- 1 cup caramel sauce (salted caramel recommended)
- 5 oz sweetened condensed milk
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Fondue pot or small crockpot
- Spatula or cooking spoon
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the condensed milk, caramel sauce, and chocolate chips. Cook and stir until smooth and heated through.
- Transfer to a heated fondue pot and keep warm. Serve with fruit, pound cake, pretzels, or other dippers. Yield: approximately 2½ cups.
Notes
Chocolate: Use dark chocolate chips if you prefer a richer, less sweet fondue.
Reheating: Microwave leftovers 15–30 seconds on high, stir until smooth.
Nutritional values are approximate and will vary by brands and portion sizes.
Carbohydrates: 29 g,
Protein: 2 g,
Fat: 7 g
Enjoy Fondue Anytime
The word “fondue” comes from the French fondre, meaning “to melt.” Whether cheese, wine, or chocolate, a communal pot makes any gathering cozier. Dip in and enjoy!
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