Inspired by Switzerland's famed Glacier Express, this dessert offers a melting pot of Swiss chocolates, perfect for dipping with fruits and marshmallows, mirroring the melting snow along the Alpine journey.
- Various Swiss chocolates (dark, milk, and white), broken into pieces (approximately 300g total)
- 250 ml heavy cream
- 30 grams sugar (optional)
- A pinch of salt
- Assorted fruits for dipping (strawberries, banana slices, apple chunks, etc.)
- Marshmallows
- Pieces of cake or biscuits
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Prepare the Fondue:
- In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Do not boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and gradually add the chocolate pieces, stirring constantly until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth. Add sugar and a pinch of salt to taste.
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Transfer to Fondue Pot:
- Carefully pour the chocolate mixture into a fondue pot. Keep the fondue warm on a low setting, if your pot has a flame or electric heat source.
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Prepare Dipping Ingredients:
- While the chocolate melts, prepare your dipping ingredients. Arrange the fruits, marshmallows, and pieces of cake or biscuits on a platter or in individual bowls.
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Enjoy:
- Use fondue forks or skewers to dip the fruits, marshmallows, and cake pieces into the warm chocolate. Enjoy the delicious warmth and variety of flavors, reminiscent of a journey through the snowy Alps aboard the Glacier Express.
Enjoy this Glacier Express Chocolate Fondue as a sweet conclusion to a meal, or as a cozy treat to share with friends and family, celebrating the spirit of Alpine adventure.