Vegan Chocolate Fondue (Dairy Free Chocolate Fondue)
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This vegan chocolate fondue is unbelievably easy to make, thanks to the slow cooker! It’s so rich and creamy, you won’t miss the dairy.
Chocolate fondue just has a way of making simple treats extra special. And the best part?
It’s sneakily easy to make, even after a vegan makeover!
No need to buy a fondue pot or use a double boiler—the slow cooker will do the work for you from start to serving.
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If you’re obsessed with this vegan chocolate fondue, just wait until you try these vegan double chocolate chip cookies and vegan chocolate pudding. Vegans deserve the best chocolate desserts too!
Why You’ll Love This Vegan Chocolate Fondue Recipe
- Making this dark chocolate fondue vegan recipe is effortless! It’s also adaptable for other types of chocolate and add-ins.
- There are lots of ways to enjoy this vegan slow cooker chocolate fondue. The leftover chocolate fondue can even be used in various dessert recipes and drinks!
- Because this dairy-free chocolate fondue is made in the slow cooker, it’s perfect for parties. The slow cooker’s Warm setting conveniently keeps it deliciously smooth and creamy throughout the event!
Ingredients And Substitutions
Dairy-free dark chocolate chips and dairy-free dark chocolate – This vegan fondue combines dark chocolate chips and a chopped-up 70% dark chocolate bar for the best chocolate flavor. You can also use chocolate with 50% cocoa content for a sweeter slow cooker fondue.
Coconut cream from coconut milk and unsweetened almond milk – These are our vegan substitutes for heavy cream and whole milk to make a rich and creamy dairy free fondue.
Dairy-free unsalted butter – For a silky fondue, perfect for dipping.
Vanilla extract and salt – They add complexity to the overall flavor of this decadent slow cooker chocolate fondue. Feel free to experiment with flavor variations and try the dark chocolate fondue with almond extract or peanut butter!
Non-stick cooking spray – For easier clean-up. You can also use a slow cooker liner.
Dippers:
Fresh strawberries, bananas, and apples – The dipping ideas for this smooth chocolate fondue are endless! In addition to fresh fruits, the taste and texture of dried apricots are also delicious with this dark chocolate dip.
Pretzel sticks – Scroll down for more ideas on what to serve with dairy free chocolate fondue. You can even have a chocolate fondue station with bowls filled with chopped pecans and shredded coconut for rolling after dipping the treats in chocolate.
Tips For Making This Recipe
Chill the Canned Coconut Milk
Refrigerate the canned coconut milk for at least 12 hours. Without shaking it, open the can and scoop out the solid portion. You can use the liquid portion for other recipes like smoothies.
More Chocolate Fondue Dipper Ideas
What do you dip in this vegan chocolate fondue? Some crowd-pleasing dipper ideas to try are graham crackers, vegan marshmallows, chopped-up brownies, strawberry pound cake squares, and cookies.
Leftover Tips
What to do with leftover fondue? Transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to one week. You can reheat it and use it as a topping for banana pancakes or vanilla ice cream! For an easy dairy-free hot chocolate, stir a tablespoon or two of this slow-cooker chocolate fondue in a cup of plant milk!
Dairy Free Chocolate Fondue Recipe FAQs
Can I do fondue in the Crockpot?
Yes! To make Crockpot chocolate fondue, just add the ingredients to the Crockpot, cover, and cook on High for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes until smooth and completely melted.
Can you eat chocolate if dairy free?
Yes, especially if it’s dark chocolate, which is usually dairy-free. However, always double-check your chocolate for any milk ingredients or derivatives.
What type of chocolate is best for fondue?
For a rich, deep chocolate flavor, the best chocolate for fondue is a chopped-up dark chocolate bar with a 70% cocoa content. You can also use chocolate chips, but some may not melt as smoothly because of additives.
Can you make fondue ahead of time and reheat?
Yes! You can make this non dairy chocolate fondue in advance and store it in the fridge until use. Reheat it in the slow cooker on Low, stirring frequently until warmed through. If only heating a small portion, microwave it in intervals at Medium power, stirring it in between.
What to do if your dairy free chocolate fondue is too thick?
If your vegan chocolate fondue has thickened too much after sitting on Warm for hours, you can thin it out with a bit of soy milk!
More Delicious Vegan Dessert Recipes
- Snickerdoodle Dessert Hummus
- Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
- Vegan Cookies and Cream Ice Cream
- Vegan Caramel Apple Pie
- Peanut Butter Rice Cake
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Vegan Chocolate Fondue
Equipment
Ingredients
- 9 oz dairy-free dark chocolate chips
- 4 oz 70 to 75% dairy-free dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk solids, chilled (see notes)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tbsp dairy-free unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp salt
- Non-stick cooking spray
Choice of dippers
Instructions
- Lightly grease the slow cooker with a non-stick cooking spray.
- Add all the fondue ingredients into the slow cooker and stir.
- Cover and cook on Low for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Your vegan fondue is ready once the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Turn the slow cooker to Warm and serve with dippers of choice. Enjoy!
Notes
- Refrigerate the canned coconut milk for at least 12 hours. Without shaking it, open the can and scoop out the solid portion. You can use the liquid portion for other recipes like smoothies.
- What do you dip in this vegan chocolate fondue? Some crowd-pleasing dipper ideas to try are graham crackers, vegan marshmallows, chopped-up brownies, strawberry pound cake squares, and cookies.
- What to do with leftover fondue? Transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to one week. You can reheat it and use it as a topping for banana pancakes or vanilla ice cream! For an easy dairy-free hot chocolate, stir a tablespoon or two of this slow-cooker chocolate fondue in a cup of plant milk!
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This is amazing.Love this flavor and its simple.I will try this soon.I have bookmarked your blog and i will share this with my friends.Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful recipe.
This is the most delicious chocolate dip I have ever tried, and it only takes 5 minutes to put together! It is a staple at my family get-togethers and is always a big hit at church gatherings, too. Thanks Holly!