How many pounds of chocolate do you need for a chocolate fountain?

Table of Contents:

1. How many pounds of chocolate do you need for a chocolate fountain?
2. What kind of fruit do you use for a chocolate fountain?
3. How do you clean a mini chocolate fondue fountain?
4. What can you do with leftover chocolate from a chocolate fountain?
5. Can you store chocolate fondue?
6. How long does fondue chocolate last?
7. How long does chocolate fondue keep?

How many pounds of chocolate do you need for a chocolate fountain?

A good rule of thumb is to allow 1 pound of chocolate for every 10 guests if the fountain is going to be the main dessert at the party or event. If you are going to have other sweets, cake, pastry, etc., your chocolate will go a lot further. You can probably plan for 20 guests per pound of chocolate.

What kind of fruit do you use for a chocolate fountain?

Fruit: So the obvs choices for a chocolatey dip, are fruits. Apple slices, orange slices or peels, pineapple, bananas, you get it. Pretty much any sweet or tart fruit can be dipped in chocolate and I am definitely all here for that. Strawberries are always a standard classic – but why not add a lil kick?

How do you clean a mini chocolate fondue fountain?

To make cleaning of the CHOCOLATE FONDUE FOUNTAIN easier, carefully remove the tower and auger (after cooling), and wipe off remaining chocolate with paper towels. Wash in warm, soapy water, rinse and dry. DO NOT POUR OUT EXCESSS OR LEFTOVER CHOCOLATE DOWN DRAIN OR IN TOILET.

What can you do with leftover chocolate from a chocolate fountain?

When the fountain formula cools, it will harden. If the chocolate in your fountain happens to harden, you will have to reheat the fountain to melt the chocolate. You may reuse the chocolate after it has hardened and you may keep any leftovers in a container for future use.

Can you store chocolate fondue?

Yes! You can either make the Chocolate Fondue in the slow cooker and then keep it on the warm setting for several hours OR make the Chocolate Fondue up to 3-4 days ahead and refrigerate.

How long does fondue chocolate last?

Stored this way, chocolate will last a while: Solid milk chocolate keeps for over a year; solid dark keeps for nearly two years; and white for four months.

How long does chocolate fondue keep?

It can be made 3-4 days in advance, then cooled and chilled before being reheated. It can also be frozen for up to 1 month then thawed in the refrigerator overnight before using. A ganache mixture is a little easier to use than just plain melted chocolate as the cream helps to stabilize the chocolate a bit.