Quick Chocolate “Fondue” with Strawberries

Recipe Directions

2 to 3 pounds whole strawberries*
1 container (16 ounces) milk chocolate frosting, such as Ducan Hines
2 tablespoons liqueur of choice, such as triple sec, kirsch, amaretto, or Frangelico*
Toothpicks, for serving

Rinse and drain strawberries (not capped) and arrange on a platter or decorative bowl.

Put frosting in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, covered with a paper towel, on high, stirring and testing at 30-second intervals, until very warm but not hot, about 45 seconds to 1 1/2 minutes. Remove and stir in liqueur of choice.

Serve immediately: Spoon a little chocolate sauce into individual serving bowls (or use plates) and spear strawberries with toothpicks, bamboo skewers, or fondue forks and dip into the chocolate, fondue-style. Replenish chocolate as necessary. If chocolate cools, microwave to reheat as before.

* Cooking Notes

Other fruit can be used, such as pineapple chunks, tart apple slices or pears. Or cut squares of pound cake (we like Sara Lee frozen all-butter pound cake, but defrost before serving).

For an alcohol-free version, substitute milk or half and half or orange juice.