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    Home » Recipes » Desserts » Mexican Chocolate Fondue

    Mexican Chocolate Fondue

    Last Updated November 9, 2022. Originally Posted February 9, 2021 By Maggie Unzueta

    This post may include affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    This Mexican Chocolate Fondue is over-the-top delicious. Only two ingredients and melt. It’s that easy! Add your favorite dippers, and enjoy the chocolatey richness!
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    A heart-shaped pot with Mexican chocolate fondue and surrounded by dipping ingredients.

    A skewer holding a strawberry covered in chocolate over the fondue pot.

    Mexican Chocolate Fondue – Rich, decadent, and delicious.

    Valentine’s Day in Mexico is a little different. It’s not all about your beloved. It’s also about your friends and family too.

    In Mexico, February 14th is referred to as El Dia del Amor y la Amistad. Translation: The Day of Love and Friendship.

    If you’re looking for an EASY Mexican dessert to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your honey, family, or friends, this is sure to hit that sweet spot.

    More Mexican Desserts:


    Orejas
    Mexican Chocolate Cake
    Fresas con Crema
    Carlota de Limon

    Ingredients


    Four Mexican chocolate tablets next to a measuring cup with cream.

    • Mexican chocolate tablets and heavy whipping cream.

    This is all you’ll need. I told you it was easy!

    Mexican chocolate is unlike regular chocolate. It has cinnamon, nuts, and other ingredients which give it its unique flavor.

    You can usually find it in most grocery stores. If not, you can always buy Mexican chocolate online.

    How to Make It


    A heart-shaped pot with Mexican chocolate inside.

    • Place all the chocolate in the pot.

    You can buy the heart-shaped pot online.

    Chopping up the chocolate into pieces is completely optional. The chocolate melts quickly.

    How to Substitute Mexican Chocolate:
    Equal amounts of semisweet chocolate + ½ tsp ground cinnamon + a drop of almond extract.

    A measuring cup pouring heavy cream into a pot with chocolate.

    • Pour the heavy cream into the pot.

    This is heavy whipping cream. You can also use whole milk.

    Great Idea: Do this in the slow cooker and serve at a party.

    Other Mexican Chocolate Recipes:


    Champurrado
    Atole de Chocolate
    Abuelita Chocolate Frosting
    Easy Mole Recipe

    A wooden spoon stirring chocolate inside a pot.

    • Stir until the chocolate melts.
    • Do not leave the stove, or the chocolate can burn.

    What kind of chocolate do you use for a chocolate fountain?
    Mexican chocolate is not ideal for chocolate fountains. It will not thin out completely as regular chocolate.

    The chocolate used in fountains needs to be runnier in order for it to flow.

    If you would like to put it in a fountain, instead use the Mexican chocolate substitute recipe that is mentioned above.

    A heart-shaped pot with Mexican chocolate fondue and surrounded by dipping ingredients.

    What to Dip in Chocolate Fondue?

    • Strawberries
    • Pretzels
    • Marshmallows
    • Bananas
    • Diced pound cake
    • Wafer cookies
    • Rice Crispy treats

    A heart-shaped pot with Mexican chocolate fondue surrounded by all the dipping items.

    This Mexican Chocolate Fondue is the ultimate chocolate fix. Impressive enough for your beloved or to serve to guests with minimal effort.

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    A skewer holding a strawberry covered in chocolate over the fondue pot.

    Mexican Chocolate Fondue

    This Mexican Chocolate Fondue is over-the-top delicious. Only two ingredients and melt. It’s that easy! Add your favorite dippers, and enjoy the chocolatey richness!
    5 from 22 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Mexican American
    Prep Time: 1 minute
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 6 minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 197kcal
    Author: Maggie Unzueta

    Ingredients

    • 4 Mexican chocolate tablets
    • 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream

    Instructions

    • Remove the wrapping from the chocolate tablets.
    • Place in a pot.
    • Add the whipping cream.
    • Cook under medium to low heat.
    • Stir constantly until the chocolate has melted.
    • Serve with all your favorite dipping ingredients.

    Notes

    Mexican chocolate is not ideal for chocolate fountains. It will not thin out completely as regular chocolate.
    How to Substitute Mexican Chocolate:
    Equal amounts of semisweet chocolate + ½ tsp ground cinnamon + a drop of almond extract.
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 197kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 76mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 437IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe?Mention @MamaMaggiesKitchen or tag #MamaMaggiesKitchen!

    Filed Under: Desserts

    About Maggie Unzueta

    Maggie Unzueta is the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer, videographer, and creator of In Mama Maggie's Kitchen. She has been developing easy and authentic Mexican food, Mexican-inspired recipes, and traveling tips since 2010. From family recipes to her extensive travels throughout Mexico, she brings traditional Mexican flavors from South of the Border and into your kitchen. Maggie has been featured in notable culinary websites and other media outlets. For more details, check out her About page.

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    Comments

    1. Laura

      February 12, 2021 at 7:52 am

      5 stars
      Turned out so well!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        February 24, 2021 at 1:23 pm

        Yay! So glad you enjoyed this!

        Reply
    2. Catherine

      February 12, 2021 at 2:09 pm

      5 stars
      So delicious!!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        February 24, 2021 at 1:22 pm

        So glad you enjoyed this!

        Reply
    3. Alexandra

      February 12, 2021 at 2:10 pm

      5 stars
      The perfect Valentine’s Day treat!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        March 10, 2021 at 8:55 am

        It is! Hope you try it

        Reply
    4. Emily

      February 12, 2021 at 6:36 pm

      5 stars
      Love this and just in time for Valentine’s Day!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        March 10, 2021 at 8:55 am

        Thanks! Hope you try it

        Reply
    5. Natalie

      February 14, 2021 at 5:17 am

      5 stars
      This looks absolutely amazing. I must make this soon. Thanks for this lovely recipe.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        February 15, 2021 at 11:42 am

        It is amazing! Hope you try it!

        Reply
    6. solrazo.com

      February 14, 2021 at 9:54 am

      Chocolates and strawberries are good food combination, will surely try to do this on my own soon!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        February 15, 2021 at 11:37 am

        So good right? Hope you try it

        Reply
    7. rika

      February 15, 2021 at 11:15 pm

      5 stars
      This is the perfect dessert for a romantic date night! I think my kids will love this too!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        February 18, 2021 at 1:09 pm

        It’s delicious. Hope you try it

        Reply
    8. Alex

      April 8, 2021 at 1:53 am

      5 stars
      I surprised my wife with this on VDay. It turned perfect! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        April 8, 2021 at 10:35 am

        So glad you enjoyed this!

        Reply
    9. Maria

      April 8, 2021 at 4:06 am

      5 stars
      Such a great idea – you can’t go wrong with chocolate for a snack or dessert!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        April 8, 2021 at 10:35 am

        Right? I think so too

        Reply
    10. Danielle Wolter

      April 8, 2021 at 5:12 am

      5 stars
      What a great idea for date night! am totally making this for our next one.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        April 8, 2021 at 10:34 am

        Perfect for date night indeed! Hope you try it

        Reply
    11. Claudia Lamascolo

      April 8, 2021 at 5:51 am

      5 stars
      This is the most comforting hot cocoa we ever had I will make this often its truly delicious!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        April 8, 2021 at 10:18 am

        Thanks. Glad you enjoyed this

        Reply
    12. Julia

      April 8, 2021 at 6:05 am

      5 stars
      Chocolate fondue is such a great dessert. Must try it with Mexican chocolate 🙂

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        April 8, 2021 at 10:18 am

        It is. Hope you try this recipe!

        Reply
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