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Red Wine Dark Chocolate Fondue Dip

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Surprise your sweetheart with this Red Wine Dark Chocolate Fondue Dip for Valentine’s Day.  Hints of raspberry, red wine and a sprinkle of kosher salt create an unbelievably delicious medley of flavors.  Give your favorite fruits, brownies, Rice Krispy treats or marshmallows a bath in this chocolate delight or just grab a spoon and dig in!

Red Wine Dark Chocolate Fondue Dip

 

Have you noticed the Red Wine Hot Chocolate craze lately?  I’ve really been tempted to try that out too, but thought turning this combo into a fondue dip with dark chocolate would just be even better.  Nothing screams Valentine’s Day like a nice fondue dip.  I mean, how romantic is it to feed your significant other a strawberry with chocolate dripping everywhere?  In my case, said chocolate usually ends up dripping down my shirt.  Maybe, fondue dip is safer to enjoy in the nude or with a giant ziggy piggy apron.  Romance is in the air folks!

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As far as I’m concerned, dark chocolate is the epitome of all chocolate.  If I could only have one kind of chocolate for the rest of my life it would be my dark, mysterious friend.  No need to limit yourself; eat it melted, sprinkle it in your cookie batter, on your oatmeal, in your pancakes…you get the point.

Red Wine Dark Chocolate Fondue Dip

 

I’m ready to take a bath in it, but that would be a bit expensive.  Especially, with these rising interest rates.  Yes, I’ve settled for giving my food a bath in fondue doused with red wine.  This is just beyond heaven on a stick.

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While we continue to pontificate on the amazing nature of all things dark chocolate, be sure to visit my Cocktails Page for drink pairing ideas.  A Strawberry Bellini with champagne and a dash of Brandy just gets me.  If vodka is what you seek, a Red Velvet Martini is screaming your name!  Enjoy your Red Wine Dark Chocolate Fondue Dip friends.

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Red Wine Dark Chocolate Fondue Dip
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
 
A hint of red wine and raspberry make this easy fondue dip pure heaven on a stick.
Course: Dessert
Servings: 6
Author: Holly - 3 Yummy Tummies
Ingredients
  • 10 oz. Package of Dark Chocolate Chips
  • 14 oz. Can Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 2 Tbsp. Raspberry Jam
  • 2 Tbsp. Butter
  • 1 Tsp. Vanilla
  • 1/2 C. of your favorite Red Wine
  • 1/2 Tsp. Kosher Salt
Instructions
  1. In a double boiler on medium/high heat; add sweetened condensed milk, butter, dark chocolate chips and vanilla.
  2. Lightly stir until melted.
  3. Remove from heat, stir in red wine, raspberry jam and kosher salt.
  4. Lightly sprinkle more kosher salt on top before serving.
  5. Keep your fondue hot on with a fondue warmer.
  6. Serve with your favorite fresh fruits, marshmallows, Rice Krispy treats, brownies, cheesecake bites, or graham crackers.
  7. Note: You can use the pot in a pot method if you don't own a double boiler. Just add a bit of water to the bottom of the bigger pot and float the smaller pot on top.

 Subtle flavors of red wine and raspberry make this dark chocolate fondue irresistable! You may just want to eat it with a spoon.

Slow Cooker Cranberry Mulled Wine

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I’m preparing this Slow Cooker Cranberry Mulled Wine for Thanksgiving and Christmas this year.  It is SO good and perfect for staying warm and bringing in the winter holiday flavors with apple cider, cranberries, red wine and a splash of brandy.  A dash of honey, cinnamon sticks and cloves add the perfect medley of spices to this festive drink.

I'm preparing this Slow Cooker Cranberry Mulled Wine for Thanksgiving and Christmas this year.  It is SO good and perfect for staying warm and bringing in the winter holiday flavors with apple cider, cranberries, red wine and a splash of brandy.  A dash of honey, cinnamon sticks and cloves add the perfect medley of spices to this festive drink.

Another great benefit of this comforting cocktail is its ability to clear out your chest.  The heat of the drink combined with herbs and honey is a great natural remedy for congestion.  I would know all about it these last couple of weeks.  My entire family was plagued with bronchitis.  I tried making my own herbal tea, but couldn’t even suck it down while holding my nose.  Tea is just not my thing, but a nice warm pot of wine with a bit of spice and brandy is SO soothing.  A little extra splash of brandy is just what I needed!

I'm preparing this Slow Cooker Cranberry Mulled Wine for Thanksgiving and Christmas this year.  It is SO good and perfect for staying warm and bringing in the winter holiday flavors with apple cider, cranberries, red wine and a splash of brandy.  A dash of honey, cinnamon sticks and cloves add the perfect medley of spices to this festive drink.

The beauty of this drink is that you can throw in the cranberries, apple cider and spices and let it simmer on Low for a few hours before your party (or solo day of rest).  The wine and brandy get added right before serving.

I'm preparing this Slow Cooker Cranberry Mulled Wine for Thanksgiving and Christmas this year.  It is SO good and perfect for staying warm and bringing in the winter holiday flavors with apple cider, cranberries, red wine and a splash of brandy.  A dash of honey, cinnamon sticks and cloves add the perfect medley of spices to this festive drink.

You don’t want to overheat the wine and cook out vital alcoholic content! This is so essential to get through all the stress of hosting a party.  You know what’s at stake here…the turkey could be too dry, the potatoes too lumpy!  Just give the guests plenty of mulled wine and no one will ever notice.

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I’m working on developing my tastes to become more of a sophisticated wine drinker.  One who can sniff and swirl the wine and identify its creation date and origin.  Ha…is that even possible?  Who knows…I just drink what tastes good and that is usually something more on the fruity side.  Let me tell you, this is the only way I will truly be able to enjoy a Cabernet Sauvignon.  The addition of cinnamon and honey add the perfect balance of sweetness with the cranberry flavors…holy yum!

I'm preparing this Slow Cooker Cranberry Mulled Wine for Thanksgiving and Christmas this year.  It is SO good and perfect for staying warm and bringing in the winter holiday flavors with apple cider, cranberries, red wine and a splash of brandy.  A dash of honey, cinnamon sticks and cloves add the perfect medley of spices to this festive drink.

Are you looking for more great cocktail ideas for the upcoming holidays?  I also recommend 2 of my other favorite cocktails that are perfect for  pleasing a crowd…a Caramel Apple Sangria and Whiskey Sour Slush.  If you are having trouble deciding, just make them all!  They are sure to disappear quickly.  All these great recipes can be found on my Saturated Saturday Cocktail Page.

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Slow Cooker Cranberry Mulled Wine
Cook Time
4 hrs
Total Time
4 hrs
 
This Slow Cooker Cranberry Mulled Wine is the perfect holiday cocktail to feed a crowd with fresh cranberries, red wine and spices.
Course: Cocktail
Servings: 16
Author: Holly-3 Yummy Tummies
Ingredients
  • 1 Bottle Cabernet Sauvignon
  • 4 C. Apple Cider
  • 1 C. Orange Juice freshly squeezed is better
  • Zest of 1 Orange
  • 4 Cinnamon Sticks
  • 1/3 C. Honey
  • 2 C. Fresh Cranberries
  • 1 Tsp. Ground Cloves
  • 1/2 C. 4 oz. Brandy (optional)
Instructions
  1. Add cranberries, apple cider, orange juice, orange zest, cinnamon sticks, honey, and cloves to crock pot; gently stir.
  2. Heat on Low for 4 hours.
  3. Add wine and brandy (optional) right before serving; gently stir.
  4. Garnish with orange peel.

Slow Cooker Cranberry Mulled Wine

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