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Velvety Dulce de Leche Fondue Recipe

Velvety Dulce de Leche Fondue Recipe


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  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 7 1x

Description

Silky dulce de leche fondue brings Argentine dessert magic to your table, creating a luxurious sweet experience. Guests will dip fresh fruits, cookies, and cake into this creamy caramel delight, discovering pure indulgence with each heavenly bite.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (300 g) dulce de leche
  • ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp butter (optional, for extra silkiness)
  • 1 pinch salt
  • Pretzels
  • Pound cake cubes
  • Brownie bites
  • Marshmallows
  • Shortbread cookies
  • Biscotti
  • Wafers
  • Strawberries
  • Banana slices
  • Apple slices
  • Grapes

Instructions

  1. Fondue Preparation: Blend dulce de leche, heavy cream, and milk in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, whisking continuously until achieving a silky, uniform texture.
  2. Flavor Infusion: Incorporate vanilla extract and sea salt, allowing the mixture to simmer and meld flavors, creating a rich, aromatic base while maintaining a smooth consistency.
  3. Consistency Management: Fine-tune the fondue’s thickness by gradually introducing milk, ensuring an ideal, velvety texture that coats dipping items perfectly.
  4. Serving Setup: Transfer the warm, luscious dulce de leche mixture into a dedicated fondue pot or elegant heatproof serving vessel, maintaining a gentle warmth using a low flame or tea light to preserve its luxurious, dippable quality.
  5. Presentation and Enjoyment: Artfully arrange an array of dipping companions – such as fresh fruits, crisp cookies, and delectable treats – alongside fondue forks or skewers, inviting guests to indulge in this decadent, interactive dessert experience.

Notes

  • Maintain low, gentle heat to prevent burning or scorching the dulce de leche, which can quickly turn bitter and ruin the smooth texture.
  • Stir continuously and monitor thickness, adding milk gradually to achieve the perfect dippable consistency without becoming too runny or thick.
  • Use premium dulce de leche and fresh heavy cream for richer, more luxurious flavor that elevates the entire fondue experience.
  • Swap dairy milk with almond or coconut milk for lactose-free version, ensuring those with dietary restrictions can also enjoy this delectable dessert.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Desserts, Snacks
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Latin American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 7
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 30 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg