Slow Cooker Chocolate Fondue is the easiest dessert and absolutely fool proof to make. We have fabulous ideas for dippers including fresh fruit, pound cake and much more.

Chocolate fondue in slow cooker
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Chocolate Fondue is so delicious with melted chocolate and heavy cream. It is perfect for dipping and great for parties. You can serve this in a fondue pot or slow cooker to warm and serve. It’s one of the Best Chocolate Desserts.

It is simple enough to make anytime but special for Valentine’s Day, birthdays and special occasions. The prep work takes just minutes, and the slow cooker does all of the work.

Fondue is effortless but so yummy and indulgent. I also make White Chocolate Fondue.

Why We Love This Recipe

The ideas are endless for crockpot chocolate fondue. It is the perfect party food and so fun to serve with a crowd. However, it really is simple enough to do at home just for something fun.

Once you start making crock pot chocolate fondue, you will be hooked.

Ingredients

Dippers on board - marshmallows, graham crackers, bananas, cake, raspberries, strawberries and pretzels.
  • Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips and Milk Chocolate Chips. Use a high-quality chocolate. You will taste the difference.
  • Heavy Whipping Cream. This makes the fondue rich and creamy. Don’t substitute for regular milk.
  • Vanilla Extract. Use pure vanilla.
  • Salt. Balances out the sweetness and enhances the flavor.
  • Dippers. Marshmallows, graham crackers, pretzels, fruit, cake, etc. 

Get the complete list of ingredients at the bottom of the page.

Variations and Substitutions

  • Peanut Butter. Add ½ cup creamy peanut butter to the crock pot to melt with the chocolate. The combination is delicious and peanut butter fans will love it. Just make sure to use creamy peanut butter and not natural peanut butter.
  • Dark Chocolate. Try using dark chocolate for a rich chocolate taste.
  • Mexican Chocolate. Use ½ teaspoon cinnamon and chili powder in the chocolate mixture. It gives it the perfect amount of flavor and enhances it perfectly.
  • Peppermint. Once the chocolate has melted, sprinkle crushed peppermints or candy canes on top of the chocolate. Stir everything together and sprinkle more on top to garnish the fondue.

Step By Step Instructions

  • Step 1. Put the ingredients in the slow cooker. Combine the chocolate, heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract and salt. I used a 2 quart crock pot for this recipe. 
  • Step 2. Cover and cook. Cover on low for 1 to 2 hours. Stir every 20-30 minutes, until fully melted.
  • Step 3. Serve and enjoy. Then serve with your favorite dippers and enjoy! 

Storage

Store the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 week.  When reheating, add in more cream or milk to thin out the chocolate as it will thicken as its stored.  

You can serve the fondue in the crock pot on the warm setting to keep it warm while serving.

Another option is to freeze the chocolate fondue. Since it is made with heavy cream and not just chocolate, it will freeze perfectly. Heavy cream in the chocolate mixture will prevent it from seizing while freezing.

Freeze in an airtight freezer container. Make sure the mixture has cooled completely before freezing. Chocolate fondue can be frozen up to 1 month.

Thaw in the fridge overnight when ready to use. Reheat in the microwave or slow cooker until melted and heated through.

Slow Cooker Chocolate Fondue with Dippers.

Best Chocolate Fondue Dippers

  • Potato Chips. The chips with ridges hold up best for dipping.
  • Cake. Cubes of pound cake, angel food cake, yellow cake, strawberry cake and more work great.
  • Fruit. Strawberries, raspberries, bananas, pineapple and mango all make great dippers.
  • Marshmallows. This is always a favorite with the kids.
  • Graham crackers. Break into squares and dip!
  • Brownies. We love to dip brownie bites into the chocolate for so much chocolate taste.
  • Donut Holes. This is such a fun dipper and always a hit.
  • Cookies. Oreo cookies, chocolate chip, nutter butters, pirouettes and more.
  • Rice Krispy Treats. Dip Rice Krispy Treats into chocolate for a wonderful dessert.
  • Bacon. The sweet and salty combination of bacon and chocolate is divine and absolutely addictive.
  • Ritz Crackers. Dip butter crackers into melted chocolate for a crispy and sweet chocolate treat.

Expert Tips

  • Good quality chocolate. Make sure that you use good quality chocolate. Chocolate is the star of the show so it will make a big difference in the results.
  • Make in advance. Chocolate fondue in the crock pot can be made in advance and kept on the warm for a couple of hours. You can also make it up to 4 days in advance and refrigerate. Then warm when ready to serve.
  • Reheat fondue. If you make this ahead of time or just have leftovers, it is easy to reheat the chocolate. There are a couple of options. You can reheat the mixture in the microwave making sure to stir after every 30 seconds.
    Another option is to heat in the slow cooker on low and then set to warm once melted. Just make sure to stir while it is melting to ensure it does not burn.
  • Leftovers. If you have melted chocolate remaining, it is delicious for lots of other things. You can top ice cream with the chocolate, drizzle it on waffles or pancakes, make hot chocolate or smores. The ideas are endless.
  • Grease the crockpot. Spray the crockpot with non stick cooking spray before adding the ingredients. It will help with clean up. You can also use a crock pot liner but it won’t look as pretty unless you plan to transfer the chocolate.
  • Stir frequently while cooking. The chocolate should be stirred frequently to prevent clumping and burning while melting.

More Slow Cooker Desserts

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Slow Cooker Chocolate Fondue

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Slow Cooker Chocolate Fondue is the easiest dessert and absolutely fool proof to make. We have fabulous ideas for dippers including fresh fruit, pound cake and much more.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 6
Cuisine American
Course Dessert
Calories 607

Ingredients

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Instructions

  • Place the chocolate, heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract and salt in a small crock pot. I used a 2 quart crock pot for this recipe.
  • Cover on low for 1-2 hours, stirring every 20-30 minutes, until fully melted.
  • Then serve with your favorite dippers and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Calories 607kcal, Carbohydrates 50g, Protein 6g, Fat 43g, Saturated Fat 26g, Polyunsaturated Fat 1g, Monounsaturated Fat 10g, Trans Fat 0.1g, Cholesterol 52mg, Sodium 84mg, Potassium 360mg, Fiber 5g, Sugar 40g, Vitamin A 675IU, Vitamin C 0.4mg, Calcium 94mg, Iron 4mg

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